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Valdese: A Small Town Leading Burke County's Housing Boom

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Valdese, with a population of 4,900, has become a hotspot for housing developments, adding over 350 new homes and rental units in recent years. Unlike other areas in Burke County struggling with infrastructure, Valdese’s amenities and existing utilities attract developers. Notable projects include:

  • Pine Crossing Apartments: 66 workforce housing units

  • Houston Hosiery Mill Project: 60 tax-credit apartments

  • Tron’s Place Apartments: 60 units for seniors

  • The Abbey on Church Street: 30 market-rate apartments

  • Valdese Bluffs: Over 140 single-family homes

A full version of this story will be included in Saturday's edition of The Paper.