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Ribbon Cutting for Evoke Living Marks Eastland Yard’s First Milestone

Published on November 20, 2024

Members from Charlotte City Council, City of Charlotte staff, Crosland Southeast, and other partners smile as they cut the ribbon to officially open Evoke Living at Eastland Yards.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Nov. 20, 2024) – In partnership with Crosland Southeast, the city hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for Evoke Living at Eastland Yards, the first completed phase of the Eastland Yards redevelopment project.

“Evoke Living at Eastland Yards is more than just a housing development; it’s a symbol of Eastland’s bright future and our efforts to enhance East Charlotte,” said District 5 Council Member Marjorie Molina. “Thanks to the commitment of our partners, we’re creating a community that is inclusive and accessible. This project is a significant step forward, and we are excited about its impact on the corridor.”

Located in the Albemarle Road Corridor of Opportunity, Evoke Living at Eastland Yards includes a mix of market-rate and affordable apartments, addressing the city’s goal of providing accessible, quality housing options for Charlotte residents. All 72 units are for residents who earn 30% to 80% of the Area Medium Income (AMI). Twenty percent of the units are reserved for households with incomes of 60% or below the AMI.

“Evoke Living at Eastland Yards, a 72-unit residential community for active adults and the first completed component of our Eastland redevelopment, represents a huge milestone for this complex project,” said Tim Sittema, managing partner of Crosland Southeast. “It provides market-rate quality and amenities to our residents at rents that are affordable at a wide range of income levels. By prioritizing the delivery of this inclusive housing component, we are honoring our commitment of a truly equitable and impactful redevelopment to our partners and the broader community.”

The completion of Evoke Living at Eastland Yards represents the first milestone in the larger Eastland Yards project, a multi-phase redevelopment designed to revitalize the former Eastland Mall area. With a $97 million investment from the city and investments from Mecklenburg County, the vision for Eastland Yards includes a mix of residential, commercial and community spaces aimed at creating a vibrant, inclusive neighborhood hub.

The first residents will move in on Thursday, Nov. 21. For more information about leasing and availability, please visit the Evoke Living at Eastland Yards website.