Two historic sites in the Judson Mill District will see residential growth as the Westervelt and Jenny buildings will add 181 loft-style apartments to the campus and open by June 2025.
The property at 701 Easley Bridge Road will expand by 170,000 square feet within the next year after eight separate collaborators and financial partners invested $60 million. This will mark the completion of the Judson Mill revitalization plan, which began in 2019.
"The new apartments will feature a blend of historic charm and contemporary amenities," said Thomas F. Taft Jr., principal at Taft Family Ventures. "Residents will enjoy access to an array of retail, dining, and entertainment options within a short distance from downtown Greenville."
The upcoming residential project at Judson Mill District will add a variety of floorplans, ranging from studios to three-bedroom lofts. Leasing will open in early 2025.
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What are the two historic buildings in Judson Mill District?
The Westervelt building, which opened in March 1912, originally stood in the front portion of Judson Mill. It was essential for converting cotton into thread. The Jenny building, also known as the "Twister Building," played a key role in yarn production.
Both of these buildings were essential to the mill village known as Mill Crescent, a group of old textile mills in the western portion of Greenville in the early 1900s.
"Our goal is to preserve the legacy of these historic structures while fostering a modern, vibrant community where residents can thrive and connect," said Ken Reiter, co-developer of Judson Mill. "This project represents the culmination of our vision for the Judson Mill District.
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What is the Judson Mill District?
Judson Mill District is a residential and multipurpose project that combines offices, restaurants, retail, a brewery, and entertainment spaces into one community. The project began in 2019 and has invested more than $100 million in revitalizing the former cotton mill property.
So far, The Foundry at Judson Mill, Feed & Seed, Blochaven, Magnetic Brewery South, and more are part of the live, work, and play community at Judson Mill District. For more information, visit https://judsonmilldistrict.com .
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