“Providing Affordable, Quality Housing”
Our Story
In 2005, Salem Lutheran Church saw a greater purpose for its parking lot. The land, consisting of two half-blocks, was situated at the heart of Spokane’s West Central community: one of the poorest neighborhoods in a city that was steadily losing affordable housing options.
In an effort to “love thy neighbor”, Salem partnered with three other local Lutheran congregations to form Spokane Urban Ministries, and construct two apartment buildings on the donated land. The finished complex, Walnut Corners, opened its doors in 2009, with 47 low-income units.
Spokane Urban Ministries and its member congregations— Salem Lutheran, All Saints Lutheran, and St. Luke Lutheran— continue to play an active role in the management and operations of Walnut Corners. Through building maintenance, advocacy, and tenant engagement, Spokane Urban Ministries continues to strive towards its mission of “providing affordable, quality housing”.
Properties
Walnut Corners
Our first complex, Walnut Corners, opened its doors in 2009, and has continued serving low-income tenants ever since. Consisting of two buildings, our site at Mallon & Walnut hosts 28 one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, while our site at Broadway & Walnut offers 18 single-bedroom units, in addition to a commercial space.
Property management at Walnut Corners is handled internally, through staff and the Board of Directors.
Coming Soon
Stay tuned as we continue to expand.
Contact Us
We’re always looking for new associates in our mission! Consider joining our Board of Directors, hosting an educational session for our tenants, or offering support in other ways.
