HRI (Homeowner's Rehab, Inc.)

HRI is an established and well-regarded nonprofit community development corporation located in Cambridge. Since 1972, our mission has been to address the civic and social challenges facing low-income urban residents, with a particular focus in the City of Cambridge. From its inception, housing development and the preservation of low- and moderate-income households have been central to the organization’s work.

We have built and preserved nearly 1,700 units of high quality, energy-efficient affordable housing, as well as more than 55,000 square feet of commercial space. We currently own and operate nearly 1,700 apartment homes, primarily located in Cambridge, but also in Worcester, Somerville, Newton, Watertown and Lowell. Currently, HRI has 29 new affordable apartment homes under construction, 95 awaiting financing, 167 awaiting recapitalization/renovation, and a new site in early predevelopment, all in Cambridge. Our portfolio includes historic and new construction properties, ranging in size from 3 to 300 units, all-affordable and mixed income developments, and housing for families and elders as well as dedicated supportive housing.

HRI’s rental portfolio is managed by Wingate Management. In addition to real estate development, HRI operates a rehabilitation loan program for low to moderate-income Cambridge homeowners and a vibrant community engagement program for the residents of our rental properties.

HRI is a mission driven organization with an annual budget of approximately $5 million. We have an 18-person professional team. At HRI, we believe in collaboration, respect, and supporting one another. We encourage professional development through our affiliation with NeighborWorks America, and through local and regional training resources and affiliations. We strive to provide staff with the resources and tools that they need to be successful in a warm and friendly environment. Our 13-member board of directors brings deep knowledge of Cambridge, the surrounding communities, affordable housing, and related work.