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Affordable housing. Stronger communities. Lasting growth.

AHC is one of the National Capital Region’s largest nonprofit affordable housing developers, driving inclusive economic growth through stable, quality housing. By investing in communities across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C., we create opportunities for residents to live, work, and contribute locally — strengthening the economic fabric of the region.

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AHC provides welcoming and well-maintained affordable and mixed-income rental apartment communities in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Explore our communities below.

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October 14, 2026

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We provide more than a place to call home. Our award-winning Resident Services empower families with a strong foundation of education, job support, and community connections.

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We build beyond housing and help create communities. With intentional development, preservation, and strong partnerships, we’re bringing more affordable, high-quality homes to the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., area.

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