Stunning Renovation of Grand Place Blends Historic Charm with Modern Comfort

DAYTON, Ohio — Grand Place, a significant landmark community located on historic Salem Avenue near downtown Dayton, Ohio, recently unveiled its beautifully renovated property, offering residents a combination of elegance and modern amenities. Built in 1926 and once known as the Grand Deluxe Apartments and the Miller Commercial Block building, Grand Place has been a staple of the community for nearly a century. The renovation, completed in 2024, restores the building’s timeless Spanish Colonial Revival-style while upgrading the living spaces with contemporary features designed for comfort and convenience for adults aged 55 and older.

“We are incredibly proud to celebrate the revitalization of Grand Place, which stands as a testament to the strength of the Dayton community and our ongoing commitment to providing affordable, quality housing for older adults,” said Amy Rosenthal, vice president of affordable housing development at National Church Residences. “This renovation ensures that our residents can continue to enjoy the beauty of this historic building while benefiting from modern, comfortable living spaces.”

This renovation marks the second major restoration of the property since the St. Mary Development Corporation rehabbed it in 1999. National Church Residences acquired Grand Place along with three other Dayton-area properties, Hoover Place, Huffman Place and Wright Place from the St. Mary Development Corporation in 2017. All four properties are designated as affordable housing for older adults.

Each Grand Place apartment home received several improvements, including new bedroom carpeting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, updated kitchen cabinets with modern appliances and remodeled bathrooms. Beyond the apartment interiors, residents also will enjoy updated shared spaces, including a new community room with a large fireplace and warming kitchen, ideal for social events and gatherings. For a quieter retreat, there is a cozy community living room for relaxation and socialization. Additionally, a new on-site fitness center was added to give residents an opportunity to remain active.

Grand Place offers 64 one- and two-bedroom floor plans, each designed for comfort and ease of living. The property’s prime location on the corner of Grand and Salem Avenues offers convenient access to essential services, including shopping, dining, pharmacies and health care. Residents also benefit from proximity to public transportation, making it easier to get around Dayton.

In addition to the residential renovations, the building will feature three commercial spaces totaling approximately 6,300 square feet of commercial space along Salem Avenue, which is currently under development. The commercial spaces will be available in a white-box state with new flooring, lighting, mechanical systems and plumbing. Interested prospective tenants are encouraged to reach out to Laura Borchers Russ at 937-726-1199 or [email protected].

As part of a broader revitalization effort in West Dayton, Grand Place joins Hoover Place, another affordable senior housing community, in benefiting from a combined $16 million in recent upgrades. These improvements are part of a larger initiative to provide affordable housing options for older adults in the Dayton metro area.

Funding for the renovation of Grand Place was provided by Key Bank and Key Bank Community Development Corporation, CountyCorp, CityWide Philanthropic Source, Ohio Housing Finance Agency, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund the City of Dayton and Montgomery County. The project was led by Ohio development partners City Studios Architecture and Model Construction.

National Church Residences owns and manages 10 affordable housing communities with more than 700 apartment homes in the Dayton metro area.

Grand Place is now accepting new residents. To learn more about the community or to schedule a tour, please visit https://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/communities/grand-place/ or contact the management office at (937) 405-2001.

 About National Church Residences

Originating from a Christian commitment of service, National Church Residences provides an array of health care services and a variety of housing options to 65,000 seniors. The nonprofit organization is driven by a vision to scale for mission impact by advancing better living for 100,000 seniors by 2030, wherever they call home. With more than 350 communities across the United States, it is the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of affordable senior housing and the largest manager of service coordinators. The organization also offers a variety of additional senior living options, home and community-based services, as well as permanent supportive housing for the formerly homeless and disabled. For more information, visit us at NationalChurchResidences.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.