Communities are rooted in relationship. Relationships are formed in a place. Lutheran Development Group turns vacant properties into places where relationships are formed.
Real estate development is the primary way Lutheran Development Group advances neighborhood stability and growth. Our work focuses on transforming vacant and underutilized properties into high-quality housing and commercial spaces that serve current residents and attract new investment.
By aligning development with community priorities, we strengthen neighborhoods block by block.
Our Work
Affordable Apartments
The strongest communities are economically diverse. Our affordable apartment developments provide stable, high-quality housing for residents across a range of income levels. These projects often transform long-vacant properties into community assets while preserving long-term affordability.
For Sale Homes
LDG creates pathways to homeownership for low- to moderate-income families.
By combining efficient construction with down payment assistance (DPA), we create attainable homeownership opportunities. This supports economic diversity, family wealth building, and long-term housing stability.
Commercial Spaces
Strong commercial corridors are essential to thriving neighborhoods. Our commercial development work focuses on activating underutilized spaces and supporting local businesses.
Partner Agency Apartments
In partnership with organizations such as Humanitri and the International Institute, we develop housing paired with supportive services. These models range from master leases to coordinated tenant placement, helping residents achieve long-term stability.
We help partners to:
- Leverage existing real estate assets
- Relocate to spaces that better fit their mission
- Expand services through strategic development