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Motel Renovation to Boost Los Alamos Housing
13 Sep
Summary
- Defunct motel converted into 70 furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments.
- Project aims to alleviate Los Alamos's long-standing housing shortage.
- Renovations are expected to conclude by early summer 2027.
In Los Alamos, a former Motel 6 on Trinity Drive is undergoing a significant transformation. Trinity Ridge Co-living and Private Apartments LLC has acquired the property with plans to convert it into around 70 furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments. These units will serve as extended-stay workforce housing, targeting professionals and white-collar workers, a demographic long underserved by the local market.
The renovation project commenced last week and is anticipated to last nine months. The complex is expected to open by early summer 2027. This development is seen as a welcome addition to Los Alamos, which faces a documented shortage of 2,400 housing units. While not a complete solution, the project is hoped to stimulate further investment and development.
The new accommodations will be move-in ready and located conveniently near downtown Los Alamos, offering walkable access to Los Alamos National Laboratory and local medical facilities. Each unit will be at least 400 square feet, featuring a small kitchen and dining area, and will offer views from east or west-facing windows.
Experts suggest that while this project won't solve the entire housing deficit, it could help stabilize rental prices by increasing supply. The conversion of the vacant motel is viewed as a positive step, turning an underutilized property into a valuable resource for the community and potentially encouraging more developers to address the city's housing needs.
