PROJECT SUMMARY
We are excited about the reimagination of Curtis Apartments, a four-phased project that will not only replace all existing apartments but add 157 new units. On this page, you’ll get answers to question like, “Why redevelop?” You’ll be able to scroll through renderings and photos of major events such as the groundbreaking and demolition of Curtis. We’ll give you answers to Frequently Asked Questions, links to news coverage of the project, and more. Most importantly, we have an “UPDATES” section to keep you abreast of the latest news related to the project, including roadwork, future demolition, etc. You can reach out with questions anytime by emailing curtisredevelopment@worcesterha.org.
WHY REDEVELOPMENT?
Completed in 1952, Curtis Apartments is the second-oldest property in our portfolio, just a few years younger than Lakeside apartments. Curtis consists of 372 units approaching 75 years in age. The property lacks the amenities necessary for residents to enjoy the quality of life they deserve. The WHA Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to hire Trinity Financial, which oversaw the transition of the old Worcester County Courthouse into the new Courthouse Lofts residential living space at Lincoln Square. The Curtis Redevelopment Project will replace all existing apartments and create new apartments, for a total of 527 modern units. It will include greater accessibility, including the addition of roughly 50 wheelchair accessible units; increased park and open spaces; and the new Economic Opportunity Center.
WHAT TO KNOW
The project will create 527 total units
All buildings will be built to stretch code standards to achieve higher energy savings and will feature elevators, new sprinkler systems, central air conditioning and heating, and other amenities
Project construction starting in 2024 through four phases to be completed by 2032.
Phase 1 construction includes demolition of buildings 30-34, 36-50 and 52-58 GBV Ave and is expected to conclude by February 2025.
Each phase is expected to start within 18 months of completion of the prior phase.
UPDATES
Week of September 15 - September 19
Park area clearing wrapping up; prep work continuing for concrete, sidewalks, and landscaping.
Exterior progress steady on vestibules, storefronts, siding, and window installation.
Crews focused on energizing systems and final finishes to keep projects on track for punch-list stages soon.
Building 1A
Interior finishes progressing floor by floor.
Permanent power connections ongoing; sprinkler system transition nearly complete.
Elevator testing underway as installation nears completion.
Hot water manifolds measured, and system startup scheduled.
Moving toward punch-list stage with emphasis on detailed finish work.
Trinity Financial was founded in 1987, concentrating on the development of urban sites in the Northeast. The company tackles residential and commercial projects and is particularly skilled at dealing with sites facing political, infrastructure, environmental or market profile challenges. Trinity Management was founded in 2012 and oversees property management.
News & Press Releases
Multi-Year Curtis Apartments Project Reaches Phase 2 WORCESTER, MA — The Worcester Housing Authority and Trinity Financial celebrated the groundbreaking for the second phase of mixed-income housing in Worcester on Thursday.
Posted: 10/3/2025
Worcester Housing Authority celebrates start of Phase Two of Curtis Apartments rebuild The Worcester Housing Authority (WHA) broke ground on a key component of the second phase of the Curtis Apartments redevelopment. The Economic Opportunity Center is a mixed-use building that will house twenty four new apartments, office, supportive services programs and a new Great Brook Valley Branch of the Worcester Public Library.
Posted: 10/3/2025
Community Spotlight: Expanding the Toolbox to Build and Preseve Affordable Housing in Worcester, MA Worcester Housing Authority (WHA), New England’s second largest housing authority, manages 3,000 housing units and oversees more than 4,000 state and federal Section 8 vouchers. WHA is committed to revitalizing its communities, enhancing residents’ quality of life, and creating an environment that encourages families to achieve self-sufficiency. To advance this mission, WHA is modernizing its properties, building new affordable homes, and fostering strong community connections.
Posted: 10/3/2025
Worcester apartments to receive $178M renovation, adding 100 new units Curtis Apartments, a 372-unit complex located on Great Brook Valley Avenue in Worcester, will undergo a $178-million redevelopment, and add 100 additional units, the Worcester Housing Authority announced on Saturday.
Posted: May/2024
City Council to consider proposed Great Brook Valley TIF area to support Curtis Apartments The City Council is scheduled to hear a request to file an application with the state for an Urban Center Housing Tax Increment Financing plan for 16 and 52 Great Brook Valley Ave., an area that includes Curtis Apartments, Lincoln Village and Lincoln Plaza.
Posted: Feb/2022
Worcester Housing Authority overhauling Curtis Apartments complex With help from a new round of grants from the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development, one of Worcester's oldest affordable housing developments will be getting a major overhaul over the coming years. Posted: 5/23/2023
Worcester granted $2.5M for $178M affordable housing project The Worcester Housing Authority was granted $2.5 million for site and public infrastructure improvements by the state’s MassWorks Infrastructure Program for the redevelopment of the Curtis Apartments on Great Brook Valley Avenue in Worcester. Posted: 10/31/2022
$178M facelift planned at Worcester's Curtis Apartments in Great Brook Valley The Worcester Housing Authority this weekend unveiled a proposed $178 million redevelopment of Curtis Apartments and announced Trinity Financial — developer of the former Worcester County Courthouse in Lincoln Square — as its partner for the project. Posted: 2/1/2022
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