The Lawrence Apartments
208 SE 148th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97233
Built to give homes to refugee families in Portland, Oregon, this 96 unit affordable housing project was completed in 2023. We're thankful for our partners Green Light Development for the opportunity to bring more affordable housing to our neighbors in the Northwest.
Description of Project
The Lawrence is a 96-unit development with a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units affordable to renters earning at or below 30% and 50-60% of area median income (AMI). The Lawrence serves Portland’s Zomi Community, a predominantly Christian ethnic minority group from Myanmar, Bangladesh, and India. Intense religious persecution in Myanmar has caused the resettlement of many Catholic Zomi to Portland as refugees.
The Lawrence was designed to meet the unique needs of Zomi refugees and in close coordination with members of their community and stakeholders. The building achieves green building standards comparable to Earth Advantage Gold. Residents benefit from services provided by Zomi Catholic Community Portland, a refugee-led nonprofit established to support individuals who have faced religious persecution in Myanmar. The community space and outdoor amenities will support resident service delivery and promote community building.
Who is Being Supported
- Myanmar Refugees
- Low-Income Families
Portfolio of Communities
Home First Development Vision
Access to safe affordable homes for every person in the Northwest.
