City approves $4.73 million in support of redevelopment of Huntsville’s Summit into Meridian Commons
Published on September 11, 2025
The City of Huntsville is moving forward with support for the $22 million redevelopment of Huntsville Summit Apartments into Meridian Commons, a modern senior housing community.
Community Development will contribute $4.73 million in federal Emergency Rental Assistance 2 (ERA2) funds toward the effort. The project will leverage more than $17 million in additional investment to create 100 affordable rental units for low-income seniors and disabled residents.
Located at 111 Walker Avenue NE, the redevelopment is also being made possible through $14.4 million in favorable financing from Redstone Federal Credit Union. This critical commitment was instrumental in making the project financially feasible and ensuring the redevelopment could move forward.
Led by local nonprofit Neighborhood Concepts, the proposed redevelopment will involve acquisition, demolition and new construction to transform the property into updated, accessible housing. Meridian Commons will serve residents ages 62 and older, or those with disabilities, offering a safe, modern and affordable option in downtown Huntsville.
Mayor Tommy Battle praised the initiative as an investment in Huntsville’s people and neighborhoods.
“This redevelopment ensures our seniors can age in place with dignity and stability,” Battle said. “By leveraging federal resources and private investment, the City is preserving affordable housing while revitalizing a key downtown property.”
Mary Ellen Judah, Executive Director of Neighborhood Concepts, shared her excitement for the project.
“We are thrilled about the potential for Meridian Commons to meet critical housing needs in our community,” Judah said. “We greatly appreciate the City’s significant commitment to this effort and to ensuring housing opportunities for all. This is a major milestone, but we recognize there are still hurdles to clear before the project is fully realized.”
The project is expected to start in early 2026 and be completed by mid-2027.
Neighborhood Concepts is committed to supporting current residents throughout the redevelopment process. Temporary accommodations will be made, and costs associated with temporary relocation will be covered. Importantly, residents will be given the first opportunity to return to the new Meridian Commons community once construction is complete.
The project represents a major step in Huntsville’s ongoing commitment to expand and preserve affordable housing options.
