Bridgeport’s transformational project The August at Steelpointe Harbor rises along the East Side waterfront, more than 400 units of amenity-filled luxury rental housing including 20 percent classified as Build For Connecticut, a state-sponsored program that provides reduced rental rates designed for middle income individuals and families.
The project is a partnership between the father-son development team of Robert Christoph Sr. and Jr. with Flaherty & Collins Properties, a heavyweight Midwest property development firm that is handling tenant onboarding, helmed by the genial front office staff, Jasmin and Kim, providing tours and application assistance.
Build for Connecticut provides an attractive price point from market rate with approximately $500-$700 lower per month. For instance studios start at just under $2,000 per month and a one-bedroom about $2,100 per month. Common charges are reasonable about $150 per month and minimal deposit required that can be spread out at $20 per month. A lot more attractive than paying first and last month.
The math becomes even more attractive with couples splitting the rent.
The first rental units are expected to be on line in mid June, followed by additional housing in August and October.
See floor plans here
For a while now I’ve been planning a residency return to Bridgeport, looking for the right fit. For me this is it on so many levels. It’s a walkable waterfront community with convenient highway and rail access, close to Downtown. And it’s loaded with amenities:
Top shelf appliances, In-unit laundry, resident spa retreat with saunas, fitness center, work space, oceanfront saltwater pool & resort-style sun deck, full size private pickleball court, open-air pizza oven & entertaining space, pet retreat featuring park & spa amenities, ground-level culinary & retail experiences, bike shop with with repair tools & bike storage, gated & controlled community access.
Bridgeport needs a mix of housing: yes, affordable but also medium and luxury housing generating an economic driver to support restaurants and retail Downtown.
For a tour and information call 475-260-8177.
Our Build for Connecticut Housing Program provides eligible middle-income individuals and families the opportunity to enjoy these stunning apartment homes at a reduced rental rate, based on the area’s median income.
Select studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments at The August are part of the Build for Connecticut Housing program. These apartments are reserved for renters earning between 80% and 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
To qualify, applicants must earn a minimum gross monthly income equal to at least two and half times the monthly rent. Eligibility is also based on household size, and total annual gross household income which must not exceed the following.
Studio 80% AMI:
1 Occupant – Yearly Gross Income $83,384
2 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $95,296
3 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $107,208One Bedroom 80% AMI:
1 Occupant – Yearly Gross Income $83,384
2 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $95.296
3 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $107,208One Bedroom + Den 100% AMI:
1 Occupant – Yearly Gross Income $104,230
2 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $119,120
3 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $134,010Two Bedroom 100% AMI:
1 Occupant – Yearly Gross Income $104,230
2 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $119,120
3 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $134,010
4 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $148,900
5 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $160,812Two Bedroom + Den 100% – 120%AMI:
1 Occupant – Yearly Gross Income $104,230-$125,076
2 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $119,120-$142,944
3 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $134,010-$160,812
4 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $148,900-$178,680
5 Occupants – Yearly Gross Income $160,812-$192,974
The Jon August !
“These apartments are reserved for renters earning between 80% and 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI).”
What exactly is the “Are”? N.Y.C to Boston?
We know the “Area” covers Milford where Lennie resides.
Lennie, if you make the move you’ll be able to meet up with JML at his CIVICS discussions and coffee with Robert Teixera.
We welcome each thoughtful citizen of Bridgeport to “attend a welcome to” a Casual Civics Conversation of which there are a number currently at a variety of locations. Look for the QR code on the signage at URSA, FRUTA, WOOD’S END DELI, Augustana Homes, 1188 Main Street and others. One hour to address neighbors of your city, listen to them, and ask questions on subjects that disturb you about municipal administration.
Remember that CIVICS is the study of citizen rights and responsibilities. It is basic to governance, that determines the structure of how and where political power is used, and sets the opportunities for more citizens to exercise their responsibilities, protect their rights, and be at the table where decisions are formed and set in motion. Lennie has not experienced a current CCC but know the power of such democratic gatherings. Robert may have attended one of them, but was shy about admitting it. And Joel continues his sarcasm, while asking questions that likely stand a chance of an in-depth answer from another attendee. No agenda. No minutes. Just a respectful opportunity with neighbors to find a common ground, assuming a community purpose, and consent of the governed.
The fact of another NO KINGS DAY next weekend is evidence to me that such casual conversations are happening daily. But they are not focused on Bridgeport governance and municipal subjects that will improve quality candidates to participate on boards and commission or to exercise their informed vote at every election. They remain “voiceless” which is the aim of those in power who fail to communicate the facts to the people and limit appointments to partisans.Time will tell.
CASUAL CIVICS CONVERSATIONS-An Update
We welcome each thoughtful citizen of Bridgeport to “attend a welcome to” a Casual Civics Conversation of which there are a number currently at a variety of locations. Look for the QR code on the signage at URSA, FRUTA, WOOD’S END DELI, Augustana Homes, 1188 Main Street and others. One hour to address neighbors of your city, listen to them, and ask questions on subjects that disturb you about municipal administration.
Remember that CIVICS is the study of citizen rights and responsibilities. It is basic to governance, which determines the structure of how and where political power is used, and sets the opportunities for more citizens to exercise their responsibilities, protect their rights, and be at the table where decisions are formed and set in motion. Lennie has not experienced a current CCC but knows the power of such democratic gatherings. Robert may have attended one of them but was shy about admitting it. And Joel continues his sarcasm, while asking questions that stand a chance of an in-depth answer from another attendee. No agenda. No minutes. Just a respectful opportunity with neighbors to find a common ground, assuming a community purpose, and consent of the governed.
The fact of another NO KINGS DAY next weekend is evidence to me that such casual conversations are happening daily. But they are not focused on Bridgeport governance and municipal subjects that will improve quality candidates to participate on boards and commission or to exercise their informed vote at every election. They remain “voiceless” which is the aim of those in power who fail to communicate the facts to the people and limit appointments to partisans. Time will tell.
“And Joel continues his sarcasm, while asking questions that stand a chance of an in-depth answer from another attendee.”
Did you say CIVICS was about asking questions, etc…?
Look at your long reply to a sarcastic remark. It met its purpose I’d say. I think Lennie and I are beyond CCC level. Don’t you think OIB analysis, Posts (some of them), and commentaries are great Civic Conversations?
The people of Bridgeport who register to vote, have declared themselves voiceless, by vacating polling places around election events. When 10% vote, perhaps they are informed, but the absentee ballot results are often not the actual expression of voters, but possibly a chance to be favored by a reward, today or in the future, or possibly some intimidation by canvassers who know their targets and are paid by party officials to get results.
What might be the results if the conversations these ‘door knocking aides’ to campaigns were about CIVICS, the study of citizen rights and responsibilities? That is another way to deal with a vulnerable, uninformed, or fearful community who are not educated, invited to sit at community planning sessions, shown the way to participate in training for and assisting other neighbors on Boards and Commissions.
Another Casual Civics Conversation will happen Wednesday at 1pm at Augustana Homes, 1188 Main St at 6 pm for the first meeting there, and Saturday at 9AM at Fruta. Join us. Let us make the City more democratic in its operation. Time will tell.