The Gardens at Penfield Square

200 YMCA Way, Penfield, New York 14526

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Home Leasing and Episcopal Senior Life Communities (ESLC) worked in conjunction to develop a property with a wide range of options for seniors - independent, supportive, assisted and memory care - in a thriving suburban community outside of Rochester that had not seen the development of affordable housing development in several decades. Approximately 114 affordable apartments were developed and are owned and managed by Home Leasing. These units are available to households at 50% and 60% of Area Median Income (AMI), and 40 are designated as permanent supportive housing for frail elders with support services from ESLC. ESLC has also developed 70 units of assisted living, including memory care units adjacent to the independent living. An enclosed connection attaches the buildings so that residents can benefit from programs and services provided at either community, supporting their ability to age in place. Two commercial outparcels provide opportunities for complimentary retail, medical and/or community services.

The project is located on 8.4 acres that was rezoned to help realize the Town of Penfield's vision to create a true mixed-use district. The site also incorporates a traditional village square, complete streets, and bicycle/pedestrian connectivity. The site is adjacent to the Eastside YMCA, a 20,000-member facility that includes a bustling senior center, robust Silver Sneakers programming. and health care facilities.

Light-filled units will include full kitchens with dishwashers, central air-condition, in-unit storage, and private balconies. The community will also include ADA-accessible units, community room, fitness center, and laundry facilities. Home Leasing communities welcome pets and encourage community gardens. Utilities are included in the rent.

The independent living includes 114 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with rents from $650 to $950 – 54 units at or below 50% of AMI and 59 at or below 60% of AMI.

Unit (Bd/Ba)	Ft²	Rent
Studio (Studio/1)	-	From $676
One Bedroom (1/1)	-	From $730 To $900
Two Bedroom (2/1)	-	From $784 To $1,080

Eligibility for The Gardens at Penfield Square

Generally, households earning up to the income limit in the table below for their household size are eligible for units participating in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program in Penfield but actual income limits may differ for units at The Gardens at Penfield Square.

AMI Band	1 Person	2 Person	3 Person	4 Person
Very Low Income (50%)	$33,250	$38,000	$42,750	$47,500
Low Income (60%)	$39,900	$45,600	$51,300	$57,000

The Gardens at Penfield Square Details

114 studio, one and two bedroom units.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)

Property Amenities

Elevator
Fitness Center
Community Room
On-Site Manager
Laundry Room
24hr Emergency Maintenance
Energy Star Appliances
Secured Entry
Computer Room
Smoke Free
Accessible Apartments
Storage (in unit)

Unit Amenities

Dishwasher
Utilities Included
Cable & Internet Ready
Individual heating and cooling systems

Office Hours

Day	Hours
Monday	9:00am-4:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am-4:00pm
Thursday	9:00am-4:00pm
Friday	9:00am-12:00pm

Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)

Since this property has received funding in part through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, a certain number of units are set aside for lower income households. Households must earn either less than 50% or 60% of the area median income (depending on the set-aside option chosen by the property owner) to qualify for these units. Rents in these units are capped at a maximum of 30% of the set-aside area median income (adjusted for unit size). Some rental units in this property may not be subject to LIHTC and therefore have higher rents and no maximum household income requirement.