Sheldon Farms
Sheldon Farms consists of more than five acres of undeveloped grassland located at 8851 Bruceville Road in Elk Grove, Sacramento County. The site, to be developed in partnership with the City of Elk Grove, is currently re-imagined the site as a vibrant, service-enhanced residential community that boasts 240 affordable rental homes for families living in Sacramento County. This amenity-rich development includes a central green with children’s play area, splash pads, gathering spaces, a community room, laundry rooms, bike storage, parking, beautifully landscaped circulation, connectivity to future transit opportunities, and additional amenities to reflect community needs and priorities.
FAQ
What is Sheldon Farms?
Sheldon Farms is an affordable residential community for families living in Elk Grove, Sacramento County. The property, located at 8851 Bruceville Road, spans more than five acres bounded by Bruceville Road to the west and Barnstable Way to the east, just north of Mashpee Way.
What type of housing will be included in the project?
Sheldon Farms features seven, three- and four-story multifamily residential buildings offering a total of 240 affordable rental homes. Dwellings range in size from one- to three-bedrooms.
How will rents be determined?
Rent will be affordable for household with incomes ranging between 30% – 80% Area Median Income in Sacramento County. Housing affordability is defined by the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) and is updated annually. Please see current rent and income limits, based on bedroom size, for projects placed in service after April 1, 2024.
What is Area Median Income?
Area Median Income is defined as the midpoint of a specific area’s income distribution. Per rent and income limits defined by CTCAC, Area Median Income for Sacramento County is $117,900 for a family of four and $82,600 for an individual household.
What are the anticipated amenities?
Sheldon Farms will feature some 20,000 square feet of open space. Open space amenities include a central green featuring a children’s play area, splash pad, and gathering spaces. Additional project amenities include onsite parking, a community room, a central laundry facility, bike storage, and onsite property management and resident services.
What are resident services?
Resident services are complimentary social services that empower residents to build their skills, access resources, and create lasting community connections. Resident services like those offered at Sheldon Farms help to prevent homelessness, improve resident health, and ensure long-term economic mobility of future generations.
What is the project status and anticipated timeline?
Community Meeting Fall 2024
Project Financing March 2025 – December 2026
Construction Start Early 2027
Construction Complete Late 2028
How can I apply for housing at Sheldon Farms?
Leasing for Sheldon Farms will begin nine (9) months prior to construction completion, currently estimated in Spring 2028. If you are interested in tracking the development’s progress and being notified when leasing begins, please email sheldonfarms@abodecommunities.org.
Are the homes first-come, first-serve?
No. All applicants will receive a lottery number and a randomized lottery determines the order in which applications are processed.
What documentation will I need to confirm my eligibility?
Please see here to learn more about the required documentation needed for processing rental applications.
Will there be accessible homes for individuals with mobility or communications impairments?
Yes. Fifteen percent (15%) of homes will be fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments and 10% will be fully accessible for individuals with audio/visual impairments.
How can I receive updates?
Please email sheldonfarms@abodecommunities.org to receive ongoing project updates.
Team
Architect
David Baker Architects is a committed, collaborative architecture firm that creates acclaimed buildings and sustainable communities in diverse urban environments. DBA designs thoughtful places that serve as a “multiplier of good,” supporting engagement, connection, and other community benefits.
Landscape Architect
Fletcher Studio believes design matters, and that people deserve to find value, meaning, and possibility in the places they encounter and occupy. Fletcher Studio works with city makers, communities and other visionaries to realize evocative and appropriate concepts, designed and constructed to ensure social vitality and integrity.
Resident Services Provider
LifeSTEPS empowers the people it serves with the skills, resources, and support to maintain stable housing and break the cycle of poverty. LifeSTEPS works to provide meaningful programs that empower people to move forward in their lives.
Property Manager
Comprehensive housing management is the foundation of The John Stewart Company’s diversified housing services. Their goal is to provide secure, service oriented, well-maintained and professionally managed housing that serves the interests of residents and owners alike.
