Western Alliance Bank Finances 50 New Affordable Apartments for Seniors in South Los Angeles
Serenity Apartments in Manchester Square Celebrates Grand Opening; Offers 50 Affordable Units for Residents Age 62+, Including 36 Homeless Seniors

Western Alliance Bank Finances 50 New Affordable Apartments for Seniors in
Western Alliance invested
The property was co-developed by John Stanley Inc. and Concerned Citizens Community Involvement. Additional funding was provided through federal and state tax credit equity from R4 Capital and soft loans from the city of
“This project came together through a remarkable public-private partnership to create additional affordable housing options for an aging population in South Los Angeles,� said Philipp Smaczny, managing director of Affordable Housing Finance for Western Alliance Bank. “We are proud to play a role in bringing this important resource to the Manchester Square area, along with other organizations that are equally committed to making housing available to more people in our communities.�
Formerly known as Southside Seniors, the new residences are located at 1623 W. Manchester Ave., on the former parking lot of Southside Church of Christ. The land is provided through a land lease from Southside Church, which first envisioned the project two decades ago.
“This faith-based and public-private partnership is unique in that the new construction multifamily apartment project is providing low-income and permanent supportive housing for seniors in the community,� said Saki Middleton, founder and president of John Stanley Inc. “Our seniors are the most vulnerable group when it comes to affordable housing. The project aims to provide relief from the displacement and housing costs seniors experience.�
The five-story, elevator-serviced building includes 50 studio and one-bedroom units for individuals aged 62 and older, with incomes at or below
Thirty-six units are designated for homeless and chronically homeless seniors. Nine units are reserved for individuals who require mobility accommodations, and five are equipped for those with hearing/vision disabilities. One unit is reserved for an on-site manager. St. Joseph Center provides supportive services for residents, with referrals through Los Angeles County’s Coordinated Entry System (CES).
About R4 Capital
R4 Capital is a nationwide affordable housing investor, lender, loan servicer, and asset manager. Founded in 2011, the firm manages more than
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