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- OUR WORK | Tribe Development
We develop spaces and provide services that balance community value with financial strength. Whether building new housing, guiding complex projects, or supporting local partners, our work is rooted in people and focused on lasting impact. Our Work Providing Opportunities Delivering Financial Success Shaping Beautiful & Functional Spaces Neighborhoods Our work is deeply tied to the neighborhoods of Detroit and Southeast Michigan. From East English Village to Jefferson Chalmers, Corktown, and beyond, each project reflects the character and needs of its community. We believe every neighborhood deserves development rooted in dignity, trust, and respect. Development We create housing and commercial spaces that strengthen neighborhoods and expand opportunity across Detroit. The Deco Mixed-use project in East English Village with new apartments and local business space. 16703 E. Warren NEIGHBORHOOD: East English Village UNITS CREATED: 6 New Apartments / 3 Commercial Bays TOTAL DEVELOPMENT COST: $5.27 Million CONSTRUCTION FINANCING CLOSED: December 2024 ANCHOR TENANT: La Jalisciense Taqueria DEVELOPMENT PARTNER: Damon Dickerson Jefferson Avenue Apartments 13041 E. Jefferson Affordable housing in Jefferson Chalmers, built in partnership with CHN Housing Partners. NEIGHBORHOOD: Jefferson Chalmers UNITS CREATED: 52 Affordable Housing Units TOTAL DEVELOPMENT COST: $19 Million FUNDING HIGHLIGHT: Secured 9% LIHTC allocation from MSHDA DEVELOPMENT PARTNER: CHN Housing Partners Artisan's Market 7326 W. McNichols Located in the Bagley neighborhood, this innovative new construction project features small-format, incubator retail space designed to support emerging Detroit entrepreneurs and reduce the traditional barriers of entering brick and mortar space. NEIGHBORHOOD: Bagley UNITS CREATED: 15,000 of Activated Commercial Space TOTAL DEVELOPMENT COST: $9 Million DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: Artisan Market, Office, Event Space, and Retail DEVELOPMENT PARTNER: Chase L. Cantrell and Damon Dickerson Consulting & Other Services We help partners bring their projects to life through clear strategy and collaboration. Owner’s Representation From contractor selection to project coordination, we keep developments on track. Securing competitive tax credits for affordable housing projects. LIHTC Consulting Strategic Partnerships Connecting stakeholders to align resources and outcomes. Community Engagement Facilitating dialogue to ensure projects reflect neighborhood needs. Impact Beyond Projects Every effort is guided by transparency, respect, and a commitment to building trust. The result is more than development. It is a stronger Detroit where residents, businesses, and neighborhoods thrive together.
- HOME | Tribe Development
TRIBE is an IMPACT real estate development firm that creates holistic solutions and high-quality spaces for residents, entrepreneurs, and communities. Our Purpose TRIBE works across several strategic neighborhoods throughout the City of Detroit and SE Michigan. These targeted areas share similar characteristics that make them favorable for development, including engaged community stakeholders, low residential vacancy, strong municipal support, and additional planned investment activity by development stakeholders. Through creative risk management and deal execution, TRIBE is able to drive value at the project level and for the broader community. About Us TRIBE Development was founded by Brandon Hodges with the explicit goal of creating more dignified and accessible opportunities for residents and emerging entrepreneurs in Detroit's development ecosystem. TRIBE provides a dynamic approach to community development by working in partnership with residents and municipal stakeholders to drive overall community value and impact outcomes. Learn More Tomorrow’s Housing Innovation Showcase Explore Brandon Hodges Principal + Founder Brandon is a real estate development and finance professional with over 15 years of industry experience. As Principal of TRIBE Development, Brandon is responsible for development strategy including site selection, entitlement coordination, project financing, and construction administration. Additionally, Brandon oversees all community engagement and public/private partnerships for the firm. Our Partners 1/1 Our Impact We are committed to creating spaces, partnerships, and opportunities that move Detroit forward. With every project, we focus on deeper collaboration, long-term impact, and building with integrity. Thank you to our partners, community members, and collaborators who make this work possible. Together, we will continue building a stronger Detroit. Learn More
- ABOUT | Tribe Development
Rooted in Community, Built for Detroit TRIBE Development isn’t just about buildings. It’s about people. We create opportunities that strengthen neighborhoods, support entrepreneurs, and enrich everyday life across Detroit. Our Mission We provide strategic insight, foster education, and build equitable partnerships that create opportunities for Detroit residents and business owners. Our Vision A Detroit where thriving neighborhoods grow through transparency, collaboration, and innovation. What Guides Us Truth & Transparency Open dialogue and clear strategies. Integrity & Follow-Trough Delivering on our commitments with consistency. Respect & Dignity Uplifting community voices and honoring their aspirations Our Approach We make development simple, practical, and people-centered. Every project balances financial success with community value to create lasting impact. 01. Understanding & Team-Building We research feasibility, define scope, and bring the right partners together. CMS Why It Matters Detroit deserves development that’s genuine and inclusive. At TRIBE, we lead with purpose, remove barriers, and build trust. We create spaces where residents and businesses thrive together.
- ABOUT PAST | Tribe Development
About TRIBE Development was founded by Brandon Hodges with the explicit goal of creating more dignified and accessible housing and commercial opportunities for residents and emerging entrepreneurs in Detroit's development ecosystem. TRIBE provides a dynamic approach to community development by working in partnership with residents and municipal stakeholders to drive overall community value and impact outcomes. TRIBE employs a creative and data-driven approach to development, leveraging the existing strengths of neighborhoods and centering people at the heart of its development projects. In addition to his passion for real estate, Brandon is an avid painter and understands the transformative nature of the arts and their intersection with economic development. By intentionally infusing arts and culture into the real estate development process, TRIBE creates commercial opportunities and exposure for emerging creatives and beautiful built environments for residents and communities. Call Email (202) 368-9955 bhodges@tribedevelopment.city
- NEIGHBORHOODS | Tribe Development
Neighborhoods Our work spans select neighborhoods across the City of Detroit and SE Michigan. We believe every community deserves development rooted in dignity, trust, and respect. Call Email (202) 368-9955 bhodges@tribedevelopment.city
- COMMUNITY PARTNERS | Tribe Development
Community Partners Strategic partnerships enable TRIBE to execute development and advisory services for a diverse cross section of ecosystem stakeholders. Collaboration is a core tenet of our business strategy and allows us to leverage well rounded perspectives and experiences to tackle unique business challenges for our own investment portfolio and for our clients. We are proud to work with several mission-aligned community partners including municipalities, CDC's, CDFI's, and co-development partners. Call Email (202) 368-9955 bhodges@tribedevelopment.city
- SERVICES | Tribe Development
Our Services As a diversified real estate firm, TRIBE offers flexible solutions for clients, large and small. Whether comprehensive fee development services or small-scale consulting engagements, TRIBE brings creativity and passion to every project. Fee Development TRIBE provides 3rd party development and Owner's Representative services for organizations of all sizes. Our bespoke approach ensures an efficient and tactical development process that drives mission and financial results for our clients as well as our own development portfolio. Consulting & Advisory TRIBE serves as a strategic advisor on select client engagements and is able to consult on a wide range of development considerations including project financing, site selection, master planning, vendor selection, entitlement coordination and much more. Call Email (202) 368-9955 bhodges@tribedevelopment.city
- DEVELOPMENT | Tribe Development
Select Projects TRIBE works across several strategic neighborhoods throughout the City of Detroit and SE Michigan. These targeted areas share similar characteristics that make them favorable for development, including engaged community stakeholders, low residential vacancy, strong municipal support, and additional planned investment activity by development stakeholders. Through creative risk management and deal execution, TRIBE is able to drive value at the project level and for the broader community. The Deco Mixed-Use The Deco Building will feature the substantial rehabilitation of an existing vacant and formerly city-owned building on Detroit’s east side. The residential units will be priced at 80% AMI or below, providing accessibility to new tenants and existing community residents. The retail/commercial spaces will target emerging Detroit-based entrepreneurs and will be turnkey, reducing the typical cost associated with tenant fit out. A ground floor restaurant tenant will be pursued as a demand driver for the area. 7326 W. McNichols Artisan's Market 7326 W. McNichols will feature the substantial renovation of an existing vacant and formerly city-owned building on Detroit’s west side. The building's ground floor will feature small format retail and production space for 20-30 Detroit entrepreneurs and creatives. The second story will house a 4,000 sf event space as well as dedicated office space. The building will leverage the New Markets Tax Credit Program as its primary funding source, which will facilitate a below-market rent structure for tenants. Jefferson Avenue Apartments Jefferson Avenue Apartments will feature the new construction of a 52-unit affordable housing development on Detroit’s east side. The building will be financed through 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits and is located in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood. The project is being co-developed with CHN Housing Partners, who will also serve as the property manager for the development. Construction is anticipated to commence in early 2025. The Bridge Apartments The Bridge Apartments will feature the new construction of a 71-unit affordable housing development in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood. The project will be financed through 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits and is part of the City of Detroit’s recently awarded Choice Neighborhoods Grant. The project is being co-developed with The Community Builders, who will also serve as the property manager for the development. Construction is anticipated to commence in late 2025. Call Email (202) 368-9955 bhodges@tribedevelopment.city