State and local officials marked the opening of a new apartment complex in Las Vegas’ Historic Westside this week, highlighting ongoing efforts to expand housing options and encourage long-term community stability in the area.
Leaders gathered at the corner of D and Jefferson streets for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of shareWESTSIDE, a mixed-use development that adds both residential and retail space to the neighborhood.
Project
The shareWESTSIDE apartment complex includes more than 100 residential units. According to city officials, more than 80 of those units are designated as workforce housing, aimed at residents who earn moderate incomes and work in essential roles across the community.
In addition to housing, the development features approximately 9,000 square feet of ground-level retail space, which city leaders say is intended to support local businesses and increase walkable amenities in the area.
Location
The Historic Westside has been the focus of renewed public and private investment in recent years, with an emphasis on balancing growth while preserving the neighborhood’s cultural and historical identity. Officials say the location of the new complex is designed to connect residents more closely with nearby services and future developments.
Community
Las Vegas City Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong, who represents Ward 5, said developments like shareWESTSIDE are meant to support residents at different stages of life without forcing them to leave the neighborhood.
She emphasized the importance of creating housing that allows people to remain in the community as their needs change, whether that means renting, starting families, or eventually purchasing a home nearby.
Summers-Armstrong also noted that additional housing projects are planned in the Historic Westside, including future opportunities for homeownership.
Growth
City leaders say the project reflects a broader strategy to promote long-term residency rather than short-term turnover. By combining workforce housing with retail space and future for-sale housing options, officials hope to strengthen neighborhood stability and economic growth.
More development announcements are expected as the city continues its focus on revitalization efforts in the Historic Westside.
FAQs
What is shareWESTSIDE?
A new apartment and retail development.
Where is the complex located?
At D and Jefferson streets.
How many units does it include?
More than 100 apartments.
What is workforce housing?
Housing for moderate-income workers.
Are more projects planned nearby?
Yes, additional housing is planned.
