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Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing
The Wilds at Harvest Rose – Ravenna, Ohio

The Wilds at Harvest Rose is a unique senior housing community in Ravenna, Ohio, designed after the traditional yurt-style homes used by Central Asia for at least 3,000 years. The aerodynamic design of the yurts provides energy-efficient capabilities; and the homes were designed to conserve water and energy, utilizing materials that complement the natural surroundings.

Developed by Neighborhood Development Services, Inc., the community includes 45 individual permanent yurt apartments: 36 two-bedroom homes and 9 one-bedroom homes. Each home features an open-concept kitchen and living area, access to natural lighting, Energy Star compliant appliances, central air conditioning, and washer/dryer hookups. Other amenities include a community building with an on-site management office, central laundry facilities, fitness center and community room; and a picnic and garden area. Residents have access to various supportive services, including meal delivery, transportation, and health screenings.

The Wilds at Harvest Rose was developed using a combination of Low Income Housing Tax Credits and a bridge loan administered through the Ohio Housing Finance Agency. Other funding sources include RiverHills Bank and NeighborWorks America. An equity investment of $8.7 million was provided by Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing.