The company's early success was rooted in a prior public company that managed a significant portfolio of 50,000 rental units, paving the way for its focus on affordable housing.
Founded in 2003 by Nelson Leenhouts’ family as a private spin‑off focused on affordable housing.
The company manages, constructs and develops apartment communities across New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland.
Early success traced to founders’ prior public company that owned 50,000 rentals before pivoting to affordable living.
Maintains a construction subsidiary (est. 2008) that oversees in‑house and third‑party projects.
Earned B‑Corp certification in 2017, reinforcing its social‑impact commitment.
Led by third‑generation family leadership since 2025, continuing multigenerational oversight.
Typical projects include mixed‑income, senior and family housing, often revitalizing community assets.
Awarded for notable community projects like Tailor Square and Harper’s Corner redevelopment.
Central office in downtown Rochester, with expansion offices including Albany under recent leadership.
Culture + Values
Servant Leadership: Leaders first seek to be stewards accountable for the well-being of the organization by operating in service, rather than in control.
Commitment to Community: We believe every person has equal value and we respect every individual. We do not make decisions that benefit ourselves at the expense of those around us. We embrace diversity.
Transparency: Openness and honesty demonstrate our integrity. We foster a fiduciary relationship with every resident, employee, partner, vendor and neighbor.
Generosity: We engage in the communities where we work and are giving with our time and our knowledge. We support a culture of volunteerism and charitable giving.
Sustainability: We do what is best for our employees, best for our communities and best for the environment while ensuring the sustainability of our company. We support and encourage the personal and professional growth of our employees. We will maintain our status as a Certified B Corp.
Environment + Sustainability
86.6 Score
B Corp Certification
The company achieved an overall B Impact Score of 86.6, significantly高于the median score of 50.9, reflecting strong performance in environmental, governance, workers, community, and customer metrics.
500+ Apartments
Solar Farm Power
A solar farm partnership with GreenSpark Solar supplies clean energy to over 500 apartments, demonstrating commitment to renewable energy and sustainability.
291 kW Solar Array
Rooftop Solar Project
Installed a 291 kW DC rooftop solar array at an affordable housing redevelopment, advancing sustainable energy initiatives and community impact.
Declared mission to 'improve lives… while aspiring to do no harm and benefit all' with sustainability embedded as a core value.
Recertified every three years with improved scores and ongoing third-party verification.
Committed to reducing waste and encouraging green practices at offices, sites, and communities.
Development in geothermally-heated, fully-electric affordable housing buildings.
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 200 employees
Employee Count
The company employs over 200 individuals across three generations.
$500,000 contributed
Charitable Contributions
Since 2017, the company has donated nearly $500,000 to over 150 nonprofits through employee-designated giving.
50+ affordable units
Affordable Housing
The company's affordable housing pipeline includes more than 50 units for chronically homeless individuals, developed in partnership with PCHO.
Established 'Team Against Racism and Bias' to lead work toward social equality and an inclusive economy.
Improved employee diversity since inception of B Corp practices.