Wesley Housing

Wesley Housing

Affordable housing development and management services

Overview

Wesley Housing develops, owns, operates, preserves, and maintains affordable housing in the Washington, D.C. region. It creates healthy and inclusive communities for low- and moderate-income families and individuals, and offers supportive resident services to help residents thrive. The way their product works is by managing affordable housing properties, keeping buildings well maintained, and providing additional services that support residents’ needs, so living spaces stay safe and affordable over time. What sets Wesley Housing apart from others is its full, end-to-end approach: owning and operating properties while focusing on preservation, maintenance, and resident services to sustain stable communities for vulnerable populations in the DC area. The company’s goal is to improve residents’ lives by ensuring access to quality, affordable homes and supportive services that help families and individuals build stable futures.

About Wesley Housing

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Why Wesley Housing is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Social Impact

Real Estate

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$250K

Headquarters

Alexandria, Virginia

Founded

1974

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What believers are saying

  • VUMHDC president Larry Dickenson joins board in 2025, strengthening leadership.
  • $3.75M Capital Magnet Fund grant accelerates 365 affordable units in 2024.
  • Breaks ground on 70-unit One Hawaii in Fort Totten using TOPA strategy.

What critics are saying

  • Parc Square structural failures exceed $2.3M Amazon grant, draining reserves now.
  • Housing Alexandria's 474-unit project by 2026 cuts Parc Square occupancy.
  • VUMHDC merger cultural clashes disrupt services within 12 months.

What makes Wesley Housing unique

  • Wesley Housing merged with VUMHDC on November 22, 2024, expanding Virginia operations.
  • Develops family-focused units like 88 at Potomac Yard with JBG Smith donation.
  • Partners with Melwood for inclusive housing at 750 23rd Street South, Arlington.

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Funding

Total Funding

$250k

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

401(k) Company Match

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
Annandale Today
Feb 19th, 2026
The Culmore Clinic relocates while its new home is built

The Culmore Clinic relocates while its new home is built. February 19, 2026 The Culmore Clinic, a nonprofit that provides free and low-cost healthcare to lower-income residents of Seven Corners and Culmore, is temporarily relocating. The clinic plans to reopen next Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Columbia Crossroads Baptist Church at 3245 Glen Carlyn Road in Bailey's Crossroads. "We will have all the same services, including primary care, optometry, labs, and everything else," said Executive Director Lynette Sappe-Watkins. The clinic had to vacate its current location, at First Christian Church, at 6165 Leesburg Pike in Seven Corners, because the church is undergoing a major renovation in connection with the development of housing on its property. Wesley Housing is developing an affordable housing project called Kindred Crossing with 95 independent living units for seniors next to the church. The groundbreaking is expected in late spring. When the project is completed, in about two years, the Culmore Clinic will move into the Kindred Crossing building. The clinic had actually been located in Columbia Baptist Church before it moved to First Christian in 2019. The Culmore Clinic provides medical services and counseling four days a week to adults with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. It serves as a lifeline to immigrants without insurance who wouldn't otherwise have access to healthcare. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Affordable Housing Finance
Dec 9th, 2024
Wesley Housing Expands With Major Merger

VUMHDC president Larry Dickenson and two VUMHDC board members will join Wesley Housing's board of directors in 2025.

Wesley Housing
Nov 22nd, 2024
Wesley Housing to Acquire Virginia United Methodist Housing Development Corporation

Alexandria, VA - November 22, 2024: Wesley Housing is merging with Virginia United Methodist Housing Development Corporation (VUMHDC), a 501(c)(4) non-profit corporation that owns and operates affordable housing units for older adults and families across Virginia.

The Zebra
Oct 30th, 2024
Wesley Housing Receives $3.75M Grant to Develop Affordable Housing

Wesley Housing receives $3.75M grant to develop affordable housing.

Wesley Housing
Jun 3rd, 2024
Nonprofit Affordable Housing Developer Wesley Housing Celebrates 50 Years of Impact in DC Metro Region

To commemorate the anniversary, Wesley Housing has unveiled a special 50th anniversary logo and theme: "Celebrating the Legacy of Our Past, Inspiring Hope for Our Future."

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