Legin Commons Opened in Jade District
The 124-unit affordable apartment complex at SE 77th and Division officially opened on September 10, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Renters in the Jade District now have access to 124 new affordable housing units at Legin Commons, a development that opened on September 10, 2026. The project specifically reserves 63 of these units for local families.
Why it matters
This project aims to provide long-term housing security in a neighborhood where affordability has been a major concern. With units guaranteed to remain affordable for 99 years, the building serves as a permanent commitment to stabilizing the area's housing market.
The complex provides 124 total units, including 20 homes reserved for households earning 30 percent or less of the area median income. Affordability is guaranteed for the next 99 years.
The players
Our Just Future
This organization is a co-owner of the Legin Commons apartment complex.
Edlen & Co.
This company is a co-owner and development partner for the project.
APANO
This organization is a co-owner that ensured the project remained responsive to the neighborhood.
Portland Housing Bureau
The city agency that collaborated on the development of the affordable housing site.
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund
The program that provided funding for the construction of the energy-efficient building.
The details
Co-owned by Our Just Future, Edlen & Co., and APANO, the all-electric building was designed in collaboration with Bora Architecture & Interiors and the Portland Housing Bureau. APANO worked throughout the process to ensure the development met the needs of the majority-Asian neighborhood. The project received funding from the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
Timeline
14 years ago, Legin Restaurant sat three blocks away.
September 10, 2026, marked the official opening of Legin Commons.
Beyond the Bridges
This development follows the precedent of projects funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund to combine social equity with green building standards. It represents a significant addition to the city's portfolio of energy-efficient, long-term affordable housing.
Local households earning 60 percent or less of the area median income are eligible to apply for these new units. The site is conveniently located at SE 77th Ave. and Division St. for residents who rely on corridor transit access.
The takeaway
The opening of Legin Commons adds 124 units of permanent affordable housing to the Jade District. Residents interested in housing options should monitor the Portland Housing Bureau for future rental availability and eligibility criteria.
Further reading
You can find more updates on local real estate and developments in the Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Southeast Examiner of Portland Oregon.
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