Atlanta, Georgia – City leaders and housing partners are looking for qualified developers to help turn a former school property in Atlanta’s historic West End into a mixed-income residential community. This long-awaited rehabilitation initiative is finally getting forward.
The project is focused on the old Peeples Street Elementary School site, which is 5.8 acres of land that officials believe is a chance to turn public land that isn’t being used into new housing that fits with the city’s larger aspirations for community reinvestment.
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City officials describe the project as part of a continuing push to expand affordable and inclusive housing options across Atlanta. Mayor Andre Dickens noted that the renovation shows a commitment to meeting pressing housing needs while keeping the charm and history of surrounding communities. Plans call for about 70 homes, some of which would be available for rent and some of which would be available for purchase.
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The final design is likely to focus on how affordable it is. According to current estimates, around one-fifth of the homes would be set aside for families making up to half of the area median income, while another part would be set aside for families making up to 80 percent of that amount. Leaders claim that this structure is meant to help the economy be more diverse and keep neighborhoods stable over time.
The Atlanta Urban Development Corporation, in partnership with the City of Atlanta and Atlanta Public Schools, has released a Request for Qualifications to find development partners who can carry out a project that is based on community input and careful design.
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John Majors, the CEO of AUD, said that working with residents has helped shape the vision.
“We are excited to engage with potential development partners who share our commitment to sustainable, family-oriented design that respects the neighborhood’s character,” Majors said.
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By 11:59 p.m. Eastern on March 6, 2026, developers who are interested must send in their proposals. After the deadline, officials will look over the plans and choose the best teams to move forward with the redevelopment from idea to construction. This is another stage in the city’s larger strategy to provide affordable housing.
