The Omni CRA, in partnership with Rebuilding Together, undertook a transformative initiative to revitalize the Bowles Apartments—a historic 6-unit residential building with a thirty-year legacy under the ownership of the Bullard family in Overtown. Completed in 2022 at a cost of $602,721, this comprehensive renovation stands as a testament to the CRA’s steadfast commitment to preserving affordable housing and fostering sustainable communities.
Project Overview:
- Revitalization of historic 6-unit Bowles Apartments in Overtown.
- Completed in 2022 at a cost of $602,721, with $700,000 grant from Omni CRA.
- a three-decade history under Bullard family ownership, promoting generational wealth.
Affordable Housing Units:
- 6 units total:
- 2 two-bedroom units (80% AMI or below)
- 2 one-bedroom units (60% AMI or below)
- 2 efficiency units (40% AMI or below)
- 2,592 sqft located at 1851 NW 1st Court, Miami, FL 33136
Impact and Benefits:
- Enhances building’s structural integrity
- Revitalizes the neighborhood