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Your Trusted Partner for Affordable Housing Development

CR Builders guides you from concept to completion.

Dedicated to the Development of Affordable Housing Units

Elevating communities through excellence, CR Builders focuses on providing safe, comfortable, and affordable housing. Leading the way with over 20 years of experience, our mission is to develop affordable communities using the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). Tapping into diverse financing sources, we make accessible housing a reality.

This 56-unit affordable senior housing project is located at 3001 15th Avenue So. on the campus of Benefis Health System in Great Falls, MT.

Building Thousands of Affordable Units Across the States

CR Builders has an established record of strategically using diverse financing sources, from conventional debt and equity to private activity bonds, low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC), HOME Funds, National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) dollars, CDBG funds, and financing products from HUD and USDA Rural Development.

Working alongside our partners, we have brought to realization 25 pioneering housing developments, representing 1,079 units and an investment of nearly $250 million in total development costs as we maintain a commitment to redefining living spaces and shaping communities that endure.

Our Reach

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Our Work

Contemporary multi-family apartment complex with balconies and large windows.

Sunset Village

Sidney, MT

This 36-unit multifamily apartment complex is located at 1032 6^th Street in Sidney, MT. Apartments are specifically designed to meet the needs of disabled persons and seniors. Opened in May of 2016.

Sponsor: Richland County Housing Authority and CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Springer Group Architects, Bozeman, MT
Contractor: Oakwood Construction Co., Okemos, MI
Total Development Cost: $6.9 million

Sponsor: Richland County Housing Authority and CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Springer Group Architects, Bozeman, MT
Contractor: Oakwood Construction Co., Okemos, MI
Total Development Cost: $6.9 million

Apartment complex with multiple units and parking area.

Independence Pointe

Bismarck, ND

A 24-unit multifamily housing facility at 3901 North 19th Street in Bismarck, ND, is dedicated to residents with special needs. In cooperation with Pride, Inc., a local non-profit service agency, CR Builders served as project developer and source of financing. Opened in December 2014.

Sponsor: Pride, Inc. and CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Springer Group Architects, Bozeman, MT
Contractor: Oakwood Construction Company, Okemos, MI
Total Development Cost: $3.9 million

Sponsor: Pride, Inc. and CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Springer Group Architects, Bozeman, MT
Contractor: Oakwood Construction Company, Okemos, MI
Total Development Cost: $3.9 million

Modern house with illuminated swimming pool and outdoor lounge area at dusk.

Marina Cay Estates

Bigfork, MT

Located at 600 Grand Drive, Bigfork, MT, this 22-unit luxury condominium complex was designed and built as an expansion of the full-service Marina Cay Resort property on the shores of Flathead Lake. This unique development offers both ownership and rental options either on the waterfront or at poolside. Opened in 2007.

Sponsor: Marina Cay Estates, LLC with principals of CR Builders
Architect: CTA Architects, Billings, MT
Contractor: Martel Construction, Bigfork, MT
Total Development Cost: $12.14 million

Sponsor: Marina Cay Estates, LLC with principals of CR Builders
Architect: CTA Architects, Billings, MT
Contractor: Martel Construction, Bigfork, MT
Total Development Cost: $12.14 million

Contemporary multi-story apartment complex with landscaped entryway and water features, showcasing q.

Prairie Ridge Residences

Fargo, ND

Prairie Ridge Residences is an affordable senior housing community located at 3361 Westrac Drive So., Fargo, ND. The project consists of 120 units dedicated to qualifying seniors aged 55 and older. The project is co-sponsored by CommunityWorks North Dakota (CWND) and CR Builders, LLC and opened in the fall of 2024.

Sponsor: CommunityWorks ND and CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Goldmark Design and Development, Fargo, ND
Contractor: Dietrich Construction, Fargo, ND
Total Development Cost: $28.7 million

Sponsor: CommunityWorks ND and CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Goldmark Design and Development, Fargo, ND
Contractor: Dietrich Construction, Fargo, ND
Total Development Cost: $28.7 million

Beautiful row of modern townhouses with well-maintained lawns and sidewalks.

ParkRidge Townhomes

Williston, ND

A 36-unit townhouse community located at the corner of 37th Street and Long Branch Avenue in Williston, ND. This workforce housing complex was built to provide a more affordable housing options for essential service workers and their families. Opened in July of 2015.

Sponsor: CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Springer Group Architects, Bozeman, MT
Contractor: Oakwood Construction Co., Okemos, MI
Total Development Cost: $7.2 million

Sponsor: CR Builders, LLC
Architect: Springer Group Architects, Bozeman, MT
Contractor: Oakwood Construction Co., Okemos, MI
Total Development Cost: $7.2 million

Apartment complex with well-maintained lawns, walkways, and contemporary architecture.