Plans for The Place at Manalapan call for a mix of one- and two-bedroom units and a community building at 100 Anderson Place in Manalapan. — Rendering by BartonPartners / Courtesy: Community Investment Strategies
By Joshua Burd
Community Investment Strategies has broken ground on a project that will bring more than 100 income-restricted apartments to Manalapan, the firm announced Tuesday.
The company said the development, located at 100 Anderson Place, will include a mix of one- and two-bedroom units and a community building with a kitchenette, a maintenance facility, a manager’s office and a playground. The project will help the township satisfy part of its state-mandated affordable housing obligations, while adding to CIS’ footprint in a county where it’s the largest provider of low- and moderate-income homes.
BartonPartners is the architect for what will be known as The Place at Manalapan.
“CIS is dedicated to providing quality, accessible housing for individuals and families with modest incomes,” said Christiana Foglio, CEO and owner of the Lawrenceville-based firm. “However, our mission goes beyond building homes — we strive to create environments where residents can flourish and achieve a more stable future. We’re grateful to the township for their partnership and shared commitment to expanding opportunities for residents and investing in the long-term vitality of Manalapan.”
CIS added that the 102-unit project will have a classically designed building exterior. The 100 percent smoke-free community will also have apartments with Energy Star-certified appliances and high-efficiency central heating and air conditioning, along with 206 parking spaces.
“The Place at Manalapan is located on Route 33, offering residents convenient access to retail, offices and surrounding neighborhoods,” Foglio said. “We’re proud to create housing in a desirable area where individuals and families who may have been priced out now have the opportunity to live, work and thrive.”
