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Blazer breaks ground on Hartwood at Canal Affordable Housing

Sep 9, 2021

Houston, Texas — Blazer broke ground in July 2021 on the construction of Hartwood at Canal, a brand-new loft-style multi-family apartment community located in Houston’s Historic Second Ward. Hartwood at Canal offers affordable housing in this 150-unit property that sits at 5601 Canal Street, Houston, Texas 77011 on the northeast corner of Canal Street and N. Latham Street.

Hartwood at Canal will offer multiple options in one, two and three-bedroom floorplans ranging from 700 square feet to 1,161 square feet. Hartwood at Canal is a mixed-income community offering affordable rents ranging from $450 to $1,700 per month. Apartment homes are designed with high-end finishes including, stone counters, island kitchens, tile backsplashes, wood-look flooring, built-ins, ceiling fans, and more.

Hartwood at Canal will also feature over 7,500 square feet of amenity space for residents to enjoy including a club room, office center, dog park, green space, fitness center, pool, covered parking,
electric vehicle charging stations and outdoor grilling stations. Hartwood at Canal is also conveniently located ¼ of a mile from the Harrisburg Hike & Bike Trail and ½ mile from METRORail’s Green Line along Harrisburg.

Houston-based Blazer has built over 34,000 apartment homes across twelve states. Blazer currently operates 3,600 apartment homes in twenty-six properties. Mucasey & Associates designed Hartwood at Canal with construction financing provided through Bank of America and the City of Houston’s Harvey Multifamily Program. Blazer is serving as its own contractor and will also manage the property. Units will be ready for occupancy by the third quarter of 2022. Those interested in getting on the waitlist can call (713) 965-4941.

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