The Heights

Larpenteur Avenue E and McKnight Road N

Development Overview

  • Residential Affordable Housing

  • 199 Units (Studios, 1-Bedroom, 2-Bedroom, 3-Bedroom)

  • Amenities: In-unit Washer & Dryer, Balconies, Fitness Center, and more

JO Companies is one of the housing development partners for "The Heights", a historic housing development that will deliver over 1,000 homes to the greater east side of Saint Paul. The total development cost for the first phase for JO Companies is approximately $75 million which will deliver 199-Units of affordable housing for individuals and families located on Larpenteur Ave. E and McKnight Road North in Saint Paul.

JO Companies first phase will offer studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units for households making incomes of 30%, and 60% area median income. JO Companies first phase will be an amenity-rich development. From being adjacent to newly built asset classes ranging from multi-family, and single family homes, trails, and a park, every unit will have a washer and dryer, balconies, and residents will have access to a fitness center, community room, below grade and surface parking. The first phase will also be adhering to the highest sustainability goals: From rooftop solar to net zero buildings.

Kaas Wilson is the architect and Doran Construction is the general contractor.

JO Companies first phase for The Heights is projected to close on new construction financing in 2025.