Radnor Property Group Breaks Ground on $147 Million Student Housing Project
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ATLANTA, Oct. 19, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Radnor Property Group, in partnership with Madrone Community Development Foundation, has broken ground on a significant student housing project in Atlanta. The Den at Eight50 West, a $147 million development, is set to provide 793 beds across 305 apartment-style units, marking a major milestone for the West End neighborhood.
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on the project site at 850 West End Avenue, just steps from Morehouse and Spelman Colleges. Mayor Andre Dickens of the City of Atlanta, Morehouse College, Spelman College, and civic leaders were present to celebrate this historic moment. The event highlighted the collaborative effort between the city, two distinguished HBCUs, and a team of builders and partners.
Tim Gigliotti, Managing Director of Development at Radnor Property Group, expressed excitement about the project.
The Den at Eight50 West will feature a range of amenities, including a 24/7 staffed lobby, outdoor recreation space, a fitness room, community lounges, bike storage, a dog run, and study rooms. These facilities are designed to foster a supportive living environment that caters to the diverse needs of students.
Morehouse College President Dr. F. DuBois Bowman emphasized the importance of the project for the broader Atlanta University Center (AUC) community.
Spelman College President Dr. Ayanna Howard echoed these sentiments, highlighting the project's impact on student success.
The development team includes Radnor Property Group as the lead development partner, Clark Construction and CD Moody Construction in a joint venture as construction manager, Moody Nolan as architect, Pape-Dawson as civil engineer, and Radnor Campus Management, a joint venture between Radnor Property Group and COCM, as property manager. Construction on The Den at Eight50 West commenced in July 2026 and is expected to be ready for occupancy by Fall 2028.
Radnor Property Group, founded in 1999, has undertaken development projects cumulatively valued at over $4 billion. Morehouse College, founded in 1867, is a private, historically Black liberal arts college dedicated exclusively to the education of men. Spelman College, founded in 1881, is a leading liberal arts college widely recognized as the global leader in the education of women of African descent. The campus is home to 2,700 students, and Spelman is the country's leading producer of Black women who complete Ph.D.s in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
The Den at Eight50 West will deliver 793 beds across 305 apartment-style units, providing modern living spaces for students. The project is expected to bring long-term benefits to the West End neighborhood and support the missions of Morehouse and Spelman Colleges.