Wood Partners Breaks Ground on 237-Unit Multifamily Community Near Boston

Alta Thoreau will bring new housing to Concord, one of Massachusetts' most historic towns BOSTON , Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wood Partners, a national leader in multifamily real estate development, has broken ground on Alta Thoreau, a 237-unit multifamily community located in Concord, Massachusetts, approximately 20 miles northwest of Boston. Expected to be completed in February 2028, Alta Thoreau will offer a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom homes across two five-story residential buildings. Located at 265 and 269 Forest Ridge Road, Alta Thoreau features contemporary exterior architecture complemented by a Modern Agrarian interior design that draws inspiration from the character of its wooded surroundings. Residents will have access to a main amenity area, along with an active outdoor courtyard and a separate, quieter passive courtyard. Indoor amenities will include Pilates and yoga studios, a golf simulator and tavern lounge, and a work-from-home library, while outdoor offerings will include a pool, fire pits, a pet spa and a dog park. "Concord's identity has always been rooted in a strong connection between people, place and landscape," said Jim Lambert, Managing Director at Wood Partners. " Alta Thoreau reinterprets that tradition through a contemporary lens, combining modern design with a deep respect for the site's natural setting and the community's enduring character. We're thrilled to be part of a town with such a rich history and contribute to the continued growth of the community." Alta Thoreau will be Wood Partners' first Passive House-designed community in Massachusetts, built to a rigorous standard for ultra-low energy use. The development will also include a portion of porous pavement, a more sustainable alternative to traditional paving, and will run entirely on electric power. Alta Thoreau will designate 25% of its homes as affordable housing. With eight existing projects across Massachusetts, Wood Partners continues to expand its presence in the state with the development of Alta Thoreau. For more information on Wood Partners and its communities, visit www.woodpartners.com. About Wood Partners Wood Partners is a national leader in the development and construction of multifamily communities across the United States. The company has been involved in the acquisition and development of more than 115,000 multifamily homes with a combined capitalization of $24 billion. The company currently owns more than 80 properties across the United States, representing approximately 25,000 homes. Headquartered in Atlanta, Wood Partners has offices in 17 major markets across the country. Wood Partners is consistently ranked as one of the five largest multifamily developers in the United States. For more information, visit www.woodpartners.com. Media ContactAddy Kundla [email protected] SOURCE Wood Partners