St. Johns County Supports Affordable Housing with Volusia Woods Development
More than $1.2 million invested in Volusia Woods infrastructure
St. Johns County is proud to maintain its commitment to affordable housing with continued support for Volusia Woods, a Habitat for Humanity development that will bring 36 new homes to the community.
The County has invested a total of $1,213,949 in infrastructure for Volusia Woods. Funding sources include $949,280.35 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and $264,669 from the Affordable Housing Grant Program.
Through the County’s Housing Counseling and other initiatives funded by the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) program, 11 of these homes have already been purchased by residents, providing stability and ownership opportunities for families in need.
“We are proud of the progress at Volusia Woods, where 20 of the 36 planned homes are now complete,” said Malinda Everson, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of St. Augustine/St. Johns County. “This development represents more than just housing, it is about stability, dignity, and opportunity for families in our community. Each home is a step toward addressing the critical need for affordable housing in St. Johns County, and we are grateful to our partners, volunteers, and supporters who are helping us make this vision a reality.”
Volusia Woods, located off North Volusia Street in St. Augustine, is Habitat for Humanity of St. Augustine/St. Johns County’s fourth neighborhood and a key part of its strategic plan to scale construction to 30 homes per year by 2028–29.
The June 2 dedication of three homes in the community marked an important milestone for the project and for the County’s ongoing efforts to address affordable housing needs.
For more information, visit the Habitat for Humanity of St. Augustine/St. Johns County website.
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