East Carolina Community Development, Inc. and Avanti Residential Housing Partner to Build Battle Bridge Senior Apartments in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Raleigh, N.C. – August 2025 — East Carolina Community Development, Inc (“ECCDI”), a North Carolina nonprofit, and Avanti Residential Housing, an affiliate of Denver-based Avanti Residential, a national multifamily investor, owner and operator, announce a strategic partnership to develop Battle Bridge Apartments, a $50 million affordable housing community for seniors aged 55–plus. Construction is slated to begin in summer 2026, pending final local approvals.  

Located along Battle Bridge Road, southeast of downtown Raleigh, the 32-acre community will feature 50 quad-style residential buildings with one- and two-bedroom units, a central clubhouse, walking paths and sitting areas situated within beautifully landscaped grounds. The project prioritizes social services, sustainability and energy efficient design. The first units are expected to be ready for occupancy in 2027.   

“This project has been two years in the making and we’re grateful for the steadfast support from the City of Raleigh, Wake County and the NCHFA. Working together, we can ensure our seniors can live in the affordable, high-quality housing they deserve,” said Keith Walker, President and CEO of ECCDI.  

“Avanti is proud to collaborate with ECCDI to create an exceptional living environment for seniors,” said Christopher Martiner, Managing Partner of Avanti Residential Housing. “This project underscores Avanti’s dedication to impactful, community-focused housing solutions.” 

 “This serves as a strong illustration of how public-private sector-led initiatives deliver affordable, high-quality housing for residents,” said Raleigh Council Member Corey Branch.  

About ECCDI 

East Carolina Community Development, Inc. (ECCDI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to revitalizing communities and expanding access to quality, affordable housing across North Carolina. Since its founding in 1995, ECCDI has partnered with local governments, businesses, and residents to create safe, sustainable neighborhoods that foster economic growth and improve quality of life. Through innovative housing developments, community programs, and strategic partnerships, ECCDI works to ensure that individuals and families have the opportunity to thrive. 

About Avanti Residential 

Avanti Residential is a national investor, developer and owner-operator of lifestyle-forward market-rate and affordable multifamily communities, managing 11,000 units across eight states.  Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Avanti operates a vertically integrated platform led by a seasoned executive team, each with more than 25 years’ experience in the investment, operation and value creation of apartment communities.  The company applies skilled real estate acumen in a culture of personal accountability and alignment to deliver exceptional value and attractive risk-adjusted returns for its institutional venture partners and private capital investors.  https://avantiresidential.com and https://avanti-investments.com