Community Builders of Kansas City is nearing completion on an $8.8 million renovation of its Twin Elms Senior Housing Complex. Located at 41st Street and The Paseo, the retirement community fills a tremendous need for affordable senior housing in Kansas City’s urban core. The 54-unit development has been recognized for its art deco design and amenities such as controlled access to the building, off-street parking and community space.
“In Missouri, nearly 30 percent of senior households are low-income, making Twin Elms a highly sought after housing complex,” explained Shannon Hesterberg, chief operations and real estate officer at CBKC. “It also provides a prime location near retail amenities, hospitals and numerous parks and outdoor venues.”
The 20-year-old property is nearing completion on extensive renovations, both inside and out. Exterior improvements include a new roof, new stucco, paint, upgrades to the landscaping, the addition of an irrigation system and sidewalk repairs. The wide-ranging interior upgrades feature new energy-efficient HVAC systems and appliances as well as new flooring, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, countertops, window treatments, plumbing fixtures and lighting.
The community amenities have also been enhanced and include a remodeled main community room with kitchenette, workspace with computer stations, secondary community room featuring a TV area, billiards and small library.
“The Twin Elms renovations go beyond physical improvements to the property,” said Hesterberg. “The improvements include new resident services like social gatherings, healthy meal events, fitness and balance classes, financial literacy workshops, employment support and assistance with utility and rent payments. All new services are coordinated by Horizon Housing Foundation.”
Hesterberg shared that residents also will have access to a monthly mobile food pantry, nutrition and cooking classes and an annual wellness check-up.
Twin Elms is currently accepting applications. EastPointe Realty, the real estate management subsidiary of CBKC, oversees leasing and management of the property and can be reached at 816-994-1960 or epr-wecare.com.