Tribute Rising

Today, as Forest Hill Heights transforms into a mixed-income, mixed-use development, it continues that legacy of contribution and resilience.

The new vision honors the families who built lives here, creating a place where opportunity, dignity, and community rise together once again at this historic intersection of Durham’s
past and future.

Tribute Rising is envisioned as a vibrant mixed-income, mixed-use community located at 700 South Mangum Street in Durham, North Carolina.

This multi-phased, transformative development will reimagine the site of the former Forest Hills Heights public housing community, creating a modern neighborhood with an estimated 900 homes across affordable, workforce, and
market-rate housing.

Phase 1 will consist of 332 units market-rate
and affordable units.

100 income restricted units reserved for renters earning up to 50 and 60 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).
16 townhomes

Tribute Rising is envisioned as a vibrant mixed-income, mixed-use community located at 700 South Mangum Street in Durham, North Carolina.

Phase 1 will consist of 333 units market-rate and affordable units.

100 income restricted units reserved for renters earning up to 50 and 60 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).
16 townhomes

PHASE I PLAN

FLOOR PLANS

We’re excited to partner with the Black Farmers Market to establish a lasting home at Tribute Rising that empowers Black farmers, food producers, and small business owners.

Incubator space for emerging entrepreneurs to grow and scale
A gathering place for community events, workshops, and collaboration
Year-round market programming rooted in food equity, culture, and entrepreneurship

Together, we’re cultivating a self-sustaining hub where access, ownership, and opportunity thrive, strengthening Durham’s local food ecosystem while honoring its deep legacy of innovation, resilience, and community pride.