Focused on

people first

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Dwelling Place helps people find a way home. With the support of our partners and neighbors, we tackle housing challenges with optimism and persistence—building stable communities and brighter futures– because everyone deserves a dwelling place.

Our Impact

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MICHIGAN COUNTIES

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RESIDENTIAL UNITS

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TOTAL PEOPLE SERVED

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YEARS IN THE COMMUNITY

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We’re in the business of finding living solutions that work for real people. And when we can’t find them, we create them. Restoring historic buildings, finding live/work spaces for entrepreneurs, teaming with partners and neighbors.

Making renting and buying possible

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Helping people move into community

Personalized support for every resident.

We walk alongside each resident, connecting them to programs and resources that build stability and independence.

Our support includes:

● One-on-one resident support

● Access to health and mental health resources

● Educational opportunities (GED, ESL, and more)

● Job readiness and employment assistance

● Creative and community programs, including art classes and gardens

● Guidance on financial, legal, and benefits resources

In Development

  • MARKET AVE

    90 UNITS

    GRAND RAPIDS, WEST

  • FULLER AVE

    2 CONDOS

    GRAND RAPIDS, EAST

  • LAFAYETTE

    TBD UNITS

    GRAND RAPIDS, DOWNTOWN

  • WESTON

    PRESERVATION PROJECT

    GRAND RAPIDS, DOWNTOWN

SEE ALL PROPERTIES IN DEVELOPMENT >

  • "The community is warm and friendly and the staff are super helpful. I feel so at home here."

    ANNA WELLMAN, RENTAL RESIDENT SINCE 2009

  • "Dwelling Place is valued in our city as we strive to ensure affordable housing throughout our community. They have a deep passion, dedication, and commitment to improving the quality of life for those they serve, as well as the neighborhoods they work. Our city is a btter place because of Dwelling Place and I am extremely grateful for all that they do in our community.

    Rosalynn Bliss - Former Mayor of Grand Rapids

  • "Dwelling Place provided me and my family with housing when we needed it most. I didn't have any luck finding housing until Dwelling Place. They looked beyond my past and gave me a new chance to be able to provide housing for my family and I. They stand by their statement of 'everybody deserves a dwelling place'."

    Allaya O. - DP Resident

  • "When talking about serving on the board, I tell people it is an honor, a privaledge; but that the housing crisis (in Grand Rapids) would be worse if Dwelling Place weren't here. The staff to me are more like a legion of superheroes that often times go unnoticed."

    Juan Daniel Castro - Former DP Board Member

  • “It is a very beautiful place. It is not what I would consider low-income housing. It’s just beautiful. When you walk in, it just feels like home.”

    James F. - DP Resident

  • "This space for me is incredibly important because it allows me to connect directly with my community. I think that is such a rewarding thing to be able to live in this place and to be a part of the community in that way."

    Ryan W. - DP Resident

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Contribute to our work

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Work with us to serve others

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Support affordable housing in your community

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