Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH)

About Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH)

Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) is a real estate operator headquartered in 2 Oliver Street Suite 500 Boston, MA.

Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) is a national nonprofit real estate developer, owner and operator. It has been in operation for about 20 years as of its 2022–2026 strategic plan, which was crafted in its 20th year. POAH owns and operates more than 12,000 affordable homes across 11 states and the District of Columbia. The organization manages a portfolio of over 14,000 apartments across 144 properties, serving over 22,000 residents and maintaining 440 partnerships. POAH focuses on preserving at‑risk rental housing through acquisition and renovation, new construction, and neighborhood‑scale community revitalization. Its real estate development work includes $40 million in renovations completed in 2023, such as the Salem Heights Apartments retrofit, and new‑build projects like Cape View Way (42 units, completed winter 2025) and The Loop at Mattapan Station (135 units plus 10,000 ft² commercial space).

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