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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.

Our Mission

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Annual Impact Report

Real change happens when commitment meets action. Our Annual Impact Report highlights our progress, the families we’ve supported, and the partnerships that make it all possible. See how we turned our mission into measurable results last year — one home, one community, and one future at a time.

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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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News

July 1, 2025

New Period Pantry Opens at Gates of Ballston

On June 27, Affordable Homes & Communities and the Junior League of Northern Virginia opened a period pantry at Gates of...

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Press Release

June 27, 2025

Celebration Marks Opening of Allium Place, a 195-Home Affordable Community in Montgomery County

The ribbon-cutting held June 26, marked the completion of a multi-year project built through an innovative public-private...

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Spotlight

June 18, 2025

Nine Years Strong: How a Tutor and Student Grew Up Together

Seid Alamin Seid grew up in AHC’s education programs. When he was in third grade, he started working with volunteer Bernie...

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News

June 17, 2025

AHC Celebrates 2025 Graduates of CCR Program

On June 13, family, friends, and mentors celebrated the 32 graduates of AHC’s College & Career Readiness (CCR) program...

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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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