Lighting The Way Home: Greenlight Communities Helped Alleviate Arizona’s Rental Housing Shortage by Creating 696 New Attainable Workforce Housing Units in 2024

The Valley-based Attainable Workforce Housing Provider Also Made Record-Breaking Donations to Community Causes This Year

Greenlight Communities, a leader in high-quality, privately funded affordable rental housing, celebrates a record-breaking 2024. The company constructed 696 new attainable rental units and surpassed its previous benchmarks for community giving, donating over $50,000 to charitable organizations that uplift Arizona communities.

Since its launch in 2016, Greenlight Communities has been a trailblazing developer in addressing Arizona’s affordable housing crisis, delivering nearly 3,500 units of workforce housing on underutilized land across the state. This year’s achievements underscore Greenlight’s unwavering commitment to creating housing solutions that empower Arizona’s workforce, students, and community members to thrive in areas where affordable options have historically been scarce.

In 2016, Greenlight Communities committed to perfecting its Cabana brand of attainable rental housing. In 2024, the company reached a significant milestone with the completion of its first Streamliner community, an even more affordable product designed to cater to individuals earning around $40,000 annually.

This year, Greenlight completed three communities: Villa Cielo CortaroStreamliner 67th, and Streamliner 16th. Additionally, construction is well underway on Greenlight’s fourth Streamliner project, Streamliner 87th, which is set to be completed in Summer 2025, along with Cabana Aldea and Streamliner Aldea, slated for completion in January and February 2025, respectively.

Greenlight Communities is also excited to announce its first Tempe project, Cabana Kyrene, which is set to break ground in early 2025 and is expected to welcome its first residents in 2026. This will be the city’s first attainable workforce housing development, providing 229 new units that meet the demand for affordable, high-quality housing in the area. As most recent developments in Tempe have been luxury communities with some government-subsidized options, Cabana Kyrene will fill a critical gap in the market. 

For the first time in Greenlight Communities’ history, the company has broken ground on two adjacent apartment communities—Cabana Aldea, a 257-unit development, and Streamliner Aldea, a 282-unit community—both located just west of the Loop 101 at 99th Ave and Montebello in Glendale. Situated near major employers like Westgate, State Farm Stadium, and Vai Resort, this development offers employees the ideal opportunity to live close to work, reducing commute times and fostering a stronger connection to the community.

Greenlight’s fourth Streamliner community, Streamliner 87th, marks the company’s first workforce housing community in Peoria. The 190-unit complex, which began construction in early 2024, will welcome residents in July 2025, meeting the growing demand for affordable housing in the city. Located less than a mile from major freeways and within 5 miles of over 25,000 employment opportunities, the site is also near key destinations like Banner Boswell Medical Center, Westgate Entertainment District, and Glendale Community College.

Additionally, Streamliner 67th and Streamliner 16th began welcoming residents this summer and fall, respectively, further expanding attainable housing options in the Phoenix area.

 

Greenlight also near completion of Cabana North Valley, its northernmost development to date, set to welcome residents in January 2025. The 159-unit community is the most boutique and amenitized Cabana to date, offering a unique living experience in the region. Surrounded by several charter schools, it provides an ideal opportunity for teachers, parents, and students to live close to work and school.

Down south, Greenlight opened Villa Cielo Cortaro in Tucson, offering 196 thoughtfully designed apartments. As Greenlight’s second community in Tucson, Villa Cielo is distinguished by its two-story layout, unique design, and incredible mountain views. This community is currently welcoming new residents.

Greenlight’s community impact in 2024 also extended far beyond housing developments. The company’s “Greenlight Gives” campaign donated more than $50,000 to local causes, surpassing its previous donation record while supporting El Grito Phoenix, Central Arizona Shelter Services, Saving Amy and Phoenix Sister Cities, among other non-profits.

“At Greenlight, we’re more than just a provider of affordable and attainable housing – we’re committed to building stronger, better communities,” said Patricia Watts, co-founder of Greenlight Communities. “Whether it’s expanding housing options for Arizona’s workforce or supporting local nonprofits through charitable efforts, our goal is to make a meaningful and lasting impact where our communities’ residents live and work.”

Greenlight’s growing portfolio offers thoughtfully designed residences with everything residents need for comfortable living at an affordable price. These communities are tailored to meet the needs of Arizona’s diverse workforce, providing practical, well-located apartments with rental rates that support those seeking quality housing options. Greenlight currently has communities leasing in Goodyear, Mesa, Phoenix, Glendale and Tucson.

For more about Greenlight Communities, visit LiveGreenlight.com or call (480) 609-6779.