Powder House Village is a mixed-use community in Ipswich that combines 48 affordable homes with two commercial spaces. An Institution for Savings branch and YMCA childcare programs bring banking, preschool, and after-school services directly into the development.
The on-site preschool enrolls 24 children, while the after-school program serves between 40 and 60 children each week. The YMCA of the North Shore manages the residences as part of its regional affordable housing program, and Powder House Village tenants receive complimentary membership to the nearby YMCA. Guided by smart-growth principles, the development places housing, childcare, recreation, and everyday services within a walkable setting.
