Franklin Arms Reborn for Seniors | Jacksonville News

The Franklin Arms apartments, long plagued by crime and decay, are getting a fresh start—demolition begins this year to make way for a $50 million senior housing complex for residents 55+. Jacksonville Housing Authority teams up with Paces Preservation Partners, backed by a $1 million city council boost, aiming to clear the site by mid-December. Locals like Travis Williams recall the neighborhood’s troubled past but see hope in the new development bringing safety and vitality to Eastside. With soaring renovation costs making rebuilds more economical, this project marks a bold shift—and it’s part of a larger wave of revitalization, including the recently transformed Union Terminal Warehouse. Located near A. Phillip Randolph Blvd and a grocery store, the new apartments promise convenience and community, with construction slated to begin in 2027 and wrap in 18–24 months. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/13a70173c2acd764