Columbia Residential and The Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia, Announce Grand Opening of Miles Crossing Senior Residences

New 90-Unit Mixed-Income 55+ Community Brings High-Quality Housing to Downtown Columbus

COLUMBUS, GA – April 23, 2026 – The Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia (HACG), and Columbia Residential gathered with community leaders, partners, and residents this week to celebrate the grand opening of Miles Crossing Senior Residences. The brand-new, mixed-income 55+ senior apartment community is designed with comfort, convenience, and connection in mind. Thoughtfully crafted for today’s active seniors, Miles Crossing offers beautifully appointed one- and two-bedroom homes, featuring an array of amenities. The development marks the seventh successful mixed-income community completed through the longstanding partnership between Columbia Residential and HACG.

Built on the site of the former Booker T. Washington housing complex, demolished in 2015, Miles Crossing transforms the site into a modern residential community for seniors just south of Downtown Columbus and reflects a shared commitment to revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood while delivering exceptional quality housing.

“Miles Crossing represents the best of what public-private partnerships can achieve,” said Laura Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of HACG. “This community gives Columbus seniors a beautiful, safe, and amenity-rich place to call home — and we are proud to see this important site reborn as a cornerstone of the neighborhood.”

“We are excited to deliver Miles Crossing to the Columbus community,” said Robert Fink, Chief Development Officer of Columbia Residential. “This development reflects our commitment to designing homes that allow seniors to age in place comfortably and affordably, with high-quality finishes, energy-efficient appliances, and access to services seniors need to live actively and independently.”

In-home Features

Miles Crossing Senior Residences offers thoughtfully designed 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes with designer-inspired finishes, including:

• Energy-efficient ENERGY STAR® appliances
• Spacious walk-in closets
• Washer/dryer connections
• Private balconies (select residences)
• Luxury vinyl plank flooring
• Ceramic tile baths

Community amenities include a leasing office, community room, fitness center, laundry center, business center, movie theater, package room, beautiful courtyard & garden, and dog park.

Sustainability and Green Building

Miles Crossing is certified under the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) and meets ENERGY STAR program requirements. The development’s energy-efficient design is intended to reduce residents’ utility costs, improve indoor air quality, and encourage walkability and use of public transit.

Location and Connectivity

Situated just south of Downtown Columbus at the intersection of Victory Drive and Veterans Parkway, Miles Crossing offers convenient access to essential services and amenities. Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital is located 1.6 miles away, with grocery, banking, postal services, and retail all within two miles. Public bus service is accessible along 6th Street, and the Columbus Police Department and Mildred Terry Public Library are just blocks from the community.

Financing

The $26 million development was financed with federal and state 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits allocated by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, equity investment from RBC Community Investments, construction financing from Citibank, and additional funding from HACG, the City of Columbus, and other public sources.

About Columbia Residential

Founded in 1991 by the late Noel Khalil, Columbia Residential is an award-winning Atlanta-based developer, owner, and manager of affordable and mixed-income housing. Celebrating its thirty-five-year anniversary in 2026, the company operates in Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Texas with an active development pipeline. It manages 10,000 affordable and mixed-income housing units in some 75 communities. Columbia Residential is a place-based developer and makes a lasting commitment to each community it plans, builds, and services by providing a continuum of stewardship that powers long-term investments. The company’s unique development and property management approach features strong local partnerships and an innovative model for resident services, including comprehensive onsite programming and additional resources provided through strategic partnerships with local entities that foster a strong home life and growth mindset for every resident. For more information, please visit: https://www.columbiares.com

About the Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia (HACG)

Founded in 1938, the Housing Authority of Columbus, Georgia (HACG) is committed to providing safe, affordable housing for low‑ and moderate‑income residents. Funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), HACG administers public housing and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, develops new affordable housing, and manages its properties, along with other multifamily properties in the Columbus area. HACG is also proud to be one of the nation’s first 39 Moving to Work (MTW) agencies, allowing it greater flexibility to innovate, streamline operations, and implement self‑sufficiency programs that support employment, education, and economic independence for its residents. For more information, please visit: https://columbushousing.org

Following the grand opening of Miles Crossing Senior Residences, the leasing office will be open Monday through Friday, 9 AM–5 PM. For more information, call 706-748-8550 or visit columbiares.com/senior-apartments-columbus-ga/miles-crossing/.

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