What does it really take to renew an entire street?
At East Liberty Development, Inc. (ELDI), we’ve long believed that neighborhood transformation happens one property—and one partnership—at a time. In past updates, we’ve shared news about our PHARE affordable homeownership project, which includes the renovation of six vacant houses in East Liberty and Larimer, including three on Mayflower Street.
Today, we’re zooming in on Mayflower Street to share updates on several ongoing developments, including a four-home renewal project supported by the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) and a number of additional homes along the block.
From structural overhauls to new construction, here’s what we’ve been working on.
177 Mayflower Street
Affordable | Status: In-progress
After a frustrating setback in December—when someone broke in and stole materials—the siding is now fully installed. Inside, the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems are complete, and drywall is up. This affordable home is well on its way to becoming move-in ready.
228 Mayflower Street
Affordable | Status: In-progress
Acquired through conservatorship, this property is one of the most complex we’ve tackled. A decade ago, we would have opted to demolish it. Today, preserving the shell and rebuilding from within is both more cost-effective and efficient given the cost of new construction. All mechanicals and drywall are complete. However, an unexpected sewer line replacement outside of the original budget is causing a delay. We’re currently working to secure a solution.
157, 159, and 163 Mayflower Street
Affordable & Market-Rate | Status: Early-stage or pending
These three side-by-side homes are poised to dramatically reshape this section of the block.
- 157 Mayflower is a conservatorship property undergoing heavy demolition.
- 159 Mayflower was purchased from the City of Pittsburgh in early 2025. Depending on available financing, comps, and neighborhood needs, it may be sold as either a market-rate or affordable unit.
- 163 Mayflower rounds out this transformative cluster. We’re currently getting bids to rehab from general contractors.
When complete, these three homes will breathe new life into the street.
134 Mayflower Street
Affordable | Status: Nearly complete
This is a large duplex rehab being completed by Berna Construction as part of a URA-supported project. It will be affordable to households earning 80% or below of the Area Median Income (AMI). Qualifying buyers may also receive up to $7,500 in forgivable down payment and closing cost assistance.
Mayflower Meadows (Tina Daniels / Concrete Rose)
Affordable | Status: Pre-construction
ELDI partner and contractor Tina Daniels of Concrete Rose Construction will develop four newly constructed duplexes on lots ELDI has assembled over the past decade; two were purchased from neighbors and two were recently purchased from the City of Pittsburgh. This will bring eight 3-bedroom rental units to Larimer. These homes will be affordable to families earning between 30–80% of Pittsburgh’s AMI. The project was awarded FHLB funding.
211 Mayflower Street
Status: Potential acquisition
ELDI staff always have an eye on blight—and there is still plenty on Mayflower Street. This home is currently owned by the City of Pittsburgh. ELDI is working to acquire it as part of our ongoing neighborhood stabilization efforts.
234 Mayflower Street
Status: Potential acquisition
This long-vacant home sits next to our rehab at 228 Mayflower. We’re currently in communication with the owner in hopes of acquiring and redeveloping it.