A transformative affordable housing development is now rising in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, bringing much-needed relief to low- and moderate-income renters amid growing demand for accessible housing. Known as Alley's End, the 211-unit apartment complex is under construction at the corner of N.W. 4th Street and E.K. Gaylord Boulevard.

When completed, Alley's End will stand as the largest affordable housing project in downtown Oklahoma City’s history, a significant milestone in the city’s efforts to provide inclusive housing options in a fast-developing urban core.

The project is made possible by state and federal Affordable Housing Tax Credits and Multifamily Bonds, distributed through the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency (OHFA). These funding sources enable developers to offer apartments at a range of affordability for households earning between 30% and 80% of the area median income (AMI).

Alley’s End is designed to serve working families, young professionals, and others who might otherwise be priced out of the city center. The location was selected with walkability and transit access in mind. Just steps from the Paycom Center, where the Oklahoma City Thunder play, and near downtown offices and businesses, the development will allow many residents to walk or use the OKC Streetcar to commute.

The site was formerly a surface parking lot. The new six-story structure will help activate the area with street-level amenities and pedestrian-friendly design, in line with broader efforts to enhance livability in Oklahoma City's downtown core.

“The location is a huge asset,” said a project spokesperson. “With proximity to major employers and public transit, Alley's End will give residents real options for affordable living without having to own a car.”

The mix of units will include one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Plans also call for a community room, fitness center, bike storage, and onsite support services. The goal is to not just provide housing, but to build a sustainable community within the urban landscape.

Construction is expected to be completed by summer 2026, and officials anticipate strong demand once leasing begins.

As the city continues to experience economic and population growth, advocates say this kind of development is vital to preventing displacement and ensuring that lower-income residents aren’t pushed out of the urban core.

“This project reflects our city’s commitment to providing affordable housing options where people work and live,” said a representative from OHFA. “It’s about giving more Oklahomans a chance to be part of the future of downtown.”

Originally reported by Graham Dowers in News 9.