Two Transformative Projects Now Underway
As St. Francis House celebrates its 40th anniversary, we are thrilled to announce two significant projects which will transform how we serve our community: a comprehensive renovation of our main shelter at 39 Boylston Street in downtown Boston and the construction of a residential tower with affordable housing at 41 LaGrange Street in Boston. Together, these two major projects underscore our commitment to evolving and expanding our services to meet the growing needs of our guests, marking an exciting new chapter for St. Francis House.
Renovation of the Shelter at 39 Boylston Street
We’re pleased to announce St. Francis House has commenced a renovation project at 39 Boylston Street this summer which will give our guests better access to our continuum of services. The first four floors of 39 Boylston Street will be completely renovated to offer our guests a new dining experience and assembly hall, a new case management suite with easier access for guests, a newly renovated clothing distribution center, art therapy room, and a new healthcare clinic through our partnership with Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program. Additionally, a new ADA-compliant elevator will be added to the shelter, and all three existing elevators will be modernized. While its Boylston Street location receives critical renovations, some guest services will temporarily move to SFH’s administrative building across the street at 7 Boylston Square.
Construction of Affordable Housing at 41 LaGrange Street
Amid an ongoing affordable housing shortage in Boston, we’re excited to announce the commencement of construction on a new 19-story residential tower at 41 LaGrange Street. This project, adjacent to SFH’s administrative building in downtown Boston, will feature 126 mixed-income rental units, including a mix of 68 studios, 21 one-bedroom units and 37 two-bedroom units. In addition to residential spaces, the building will include management offices, amenity spaces, laundry facilities, and indoor bike storage racks, all designed to create a supportive and accessible living environment.