Fruitdale School Lofts

Adaptive Use of National Register Historic Building

A public/private partnership between Fruitdale School Partners, The City of Wheat Ridge and The Wheat Ridge Housing Authority created a unique residential community of 16 affordable rental apartments. Historic interior features such as huge operable windows, high ceilings, chalk boards and basketball hoops from the prior school are featured.

The entire property is solar-powered and has numerous energy efficiency features to minimize operational costs as well as to provide community education on sustainable development. The site includes a fruit orchard, low-water-use edible landscaping and free electric vehicle charging.