SILVER SPRING, MD – Nonprofit developer Montgomery Housing Partnership (MHP) will celebrate the grand opening of The Chimes at North Bethesda, a new mixed-income affordable housing community providing 163 apartment homes for families earning between 30% and 80% of Area Median Income. The development transforms a formerly underutilized site into affordable housing in a transit-rich Montgomery County location.

WHAT: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening Celebration for The Chimes at North Bethesda, an $86 million affordable housing development featuring 163 apartment homes and public amenities including a pocket park, pedestrian plaza, and nature overlook.

WHO: Maryland State Delegate Jared Solomon; Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich; Council President Natali Fani-González; Councilmember Kate Stewart; Councilmember Andrew Friedson; Planning Board Chair Artie Harris, MHP President Robert A. Goldman; resident representatives; project and funding partners.

WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

WHERE: The Chimes at North Bethesda

11901 Nebel St, Rockville, MD 20852

VISUAL OPPORTUNITIES: Official ribbon cutting, remarks by elected officials, resident participation, property tours, public art installations, and outdoor community amenities.

ABOUT THE CHIMES AT NORTH BETHESDA: Located approximately one-half mile from the North Bethesda Metro station, The Chimes is a six-story mixed-income community with 163 apartment homes. The development expands affordable housing opportunities near transit, schools, employment centers, and neighborhood amenities while incorporating environmental restoration and public open space improvements.

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ABOUT MHP

MHP is dedicated to making home possible. Since 1989, the organization has been preserving and expanding access to quality affordable housing. MHP is a private nonprofit that provides 3,400 homes in Montgomery County, MD, and surrounding communities. It accomplishes its mission by housing people, empowering families, and strengthening neighborhoods. Learn more at mhpartners.org