Hebronville

POAH purchased the Attleboro portfolio in August 2020 in order to preserve and revitalize these affordable housing properties for the long-term. It consists of three properties totaling 227 units of senior and family affordable housing. POAH will keep in place both state and federal project-based contracts that assist very low-income renters at the property.

Hebronville is made up of two buildings about three miles south of downtown along the Ten Mile River and formerly served as textile mills. Formally known as Garden Terrace II and Hebronville Mill; the former is made up of 52 one-bedroom apartments, while Hebronville Mill has a total of 83 units, featuring one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

The transaction was conducted in two phases. In the short-term, POAH will work with MassHousing to make critical improvements to the property, address infrastructure needs, and institute new Community Impact programming for the residents. Phase II involved comprehensive renovation of the properties utilizing tax-exempt bonds, 4% Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and state capital funds.

The renovations of Hebronville features substantial renovation of the oldest historic structure on site. The North Mill at Hebronville will receive a full renovation that will preserve the structural and exterior historic elements of the building. The remaining buildings will receive significant upgrades as well. Interior improvements are designed to provide full renovations of kitchens and bathrooms, with eight units being upgraded or adapted for barrier-free accessible living. Upgrades to common areas will include elevators and restrooms compliant with accessibility standards, and a new management office and community room.

All new switch gear will be installed to accommodate a full conversion to an all-electric building. Heating and cooling will be provided by an innovative high efficiency heat pump system that uses water-based condenser loops to distribute heating and cooling through the building. A balanced ventilation system to support healthy indoor air quality will be provided via advanced energy recovery ventilators (ERVs). New ductwork will be installed to deliver fresh air directly into all apartments and common spaces. Plumbing fixtures (including all toilets, kitchen faucets, bathroom faucets and showerheads) will be low flow. Additional sustainability features include ENERGY STAR-certified appliances and low-VOC building materials.