Hubbell and Anawim Housing to Partner on Baker Creek Townhomes
DES MOINES, Iowa — Hubbell Realty Company, in partnership with Anawim Housing, is proud to announce plansto expand the affordable housing choice with Baker Creek Townhomes, the next step in Anawim’s growing affordable housing portfolio in central Iowa.
The proposed Phase 3 development will include 15 new townhome units on just over 1 acre, further expanding access to high‑quality, affordable housing for Polk County residents. Two additional phases are planned for the adjacent tract of land, reinforcing the long‑term commitment to sustainable, community‑oriented development in the area.
This current phase of townhomes will feature a mix of nine two‑bedroom units and six three‑bedroom units, designed to accommodate individuals at varying stages of life. Four units will be reserved for households earning 40% of Area Median Income (AMI), with the remaining units available to households at 60% AMI, ensuring a balanced and inclusive affordability mix.
In addition to thoughtfully designed homes, the site will include a shared outdoor gathering space and patio. This space is intended to foster connection, relaxation, and a strong sense of community among residents.
“Baker Creek Townhomes reflects what’s possible when mission‑driven organizations come together with a shared commitment to community,” said Matt Weller, Development Vice President at Hubbell Realty. “We’re proud to partner with Anawim Housing again to deliver well‑designed, attainable homes that support long‑term stability for families while strengthening the fabric of Des Moines neighborhoods.”
Anawim Housing has played a vital role in addressing housing insecurity in Central Iowa, and Baker Creek Townhomes represents a continuation of that work through thoughtful planning and resident‑centered design.
“Safe, stable housing is the foundation for opportunity,” said Megan Milligan, President of Anawim Housing. “Baker Creek Townhomes builds our vision of creating welcoming communities where residents can thrive. Our re-established partnership with Hubbell allows us to expand that vision and serve more families in meaningful, lasting ways.”
This is not the first time Anawim and Hubbell have partnered together. In 2009, Anawim was the recipient of Hubbell's notable Extreme Build philanthropy effort where 9 homes were built in 9 days in the Drake neighborhood.
Baker Creek townhomes is part of a larger announcement made from Iowa Finance Authority on Wednesday where $11.3 million in Federal Housing Tax Credits were awarded to 9 communities. Please see the full release from IFA here.
About Anawim Housing
Anawim Housing is a non-profit focused on improving long-term housing stability in Des Moines. We believe everyone deserves a place to call home. Across our three pillars of service (Property Management, Property Development, and Permanent Supportive Housing), we serve hundreds of families annually. We do this by: owning, managing, or maintaining 515+ safe, affordable, desirable, permanent rental housing units across Des Moines; recognizing the continuum of housing needs by serving an additional 235+ families and individuals experiencing chronic homelessness; and always seeking new ways to develop and rehabilitate additional affordable housing options to meet the needs of our community.
In 2025, 1,760 people called Anawim Housing Home across our three pillars of service. This includes 880+ children who now have safe, stable homes in which to build the foundation of their lives. 14% of our tenants were considered chronically homeless before coming to Anawim and qualify for support under our Permanent Supportive Housing pillar. We are proud to provide our neighbors with access to safe, affordable, desirable, permanent rental housing. Learn more about Anawim Housing at www.anawimhousing.org.
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