Willets Point Commons officially opens to new residents as developers break ground on new senior affordable development

Willets Point Commons, the first phase of an affordable housing development being built next to Citi Field, has officially opened to new residents, with move-ins slated to begin this month.

The affordable housing complex, built as part of the development of New York City FC’s new soccer-specific stadium in Willets Point, features 880 units, ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments.