SDG partnered with another accomplished LIHTC developer and general contractor in Prairie Fire Development and Prairie Fire Construction with Odimo Architectural firm providing architectural design and Affordable Housing Partners acting as the tax credit investor.

Schoolyard Townhomes is located on a former elementary school site which sits adjacent to the new Tonganoxie Public Library filling an important need for workforce housing. Schoolyard Townhomes features 27 two-bedroom units with rents ranging from $350 for workforce housing units up to $995 for market rate units. It also includes 5 three-bedroom units with rent ranging from $575-$1,100.

“The Community is thrilled to partner with Sunflower Development Group and Prairie Fire Development to bring quality multi-family housing into our downtown, which follows the City’s Strategic Goal of balanced and attractive Housing options for residents.  The significant capital investment, coupled with the community’s investment in a new public library, marks a historic level redevelopment in the downtown core.” George Brajkovic, City Manager of Tonganoxie