“Housing that is more than just buildings,” is more than a motto for Dawson Holdings, Inc. DHI has been creating affordable housing communities for families and seniors for almost 3 decades, with over 7,250 units and more in the works. Throughout our history, DHI has sought innovative ways to deliver high-quality housing while keeping it affordable for those who need it the most. While we are proud of the homes we have developed, our success is measured by the lives we impact. We believe housing is more than just buildings – it is a foundation for stability, dignity, connection and opportunity. Each community we create is designed to provide residents with a safe, welcoming place to call home and the support they need to thrive.

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We are
experienced

We are an Experienced Rental Housing Developer

DHI’s core competency is the development and rehabilitation of multifamily housing throughout the United States, with a primary focus in California and the Western states.

Headquartered in Novato, California, DHI’s efforts include the completion of approximately 5,800 units in multifamily and senior projects in California. And since its first project in 1997, DHI and its affiliates have successfully created or preserved 61 multifamily projects, providing quality homes for more than 7,800 households nationwide.

We Focus on Value and Long-term Sustainability

Through the new construction and substantial rehabilitation of properties, DHI creates value for local communities, residents, and investors.

Units Developed

7,278
Units Developed

Affordable and Work Force housing units developed

Residents Served

21,228
Residents Served

Residents receiving below market rents

Dollars Saved

$6.0M
Dollars Saved

Money saved by our residents (estimate)

For Our Residents

  • We improve residents’ living environments.
  • We support and encourage safe neighborhoods.
  • We deliver residential education and social service programs.
  • We enhance the physical appearance of our properties.
  • We preserve and create long-term affordability.

For our Investors

  • We lower operating costs through energy-efficient targeted construction and design.
  • We reduce long-term capital costs.
  • We realize a return on value-added rehabilitation.
  • We deliver income and tax benefits.
  • We work within an investment horizon of a minimum of 15 years.

Meet Our Management Team

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Thomas Dawson

Managing General Partner

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Tim Fluetsch

VP of Acquisitions, Management, and Operations Utah and Mountain States

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Wes Carter

Chief Operating Officer

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John Hartwick

VP, Director of Operations

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Brandi Evans

Senior Asset Manager

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Evelyn Hanson

Asset Manager

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Anthony Adair

Management and Operations California

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Lisa Carson

Executive Assistant

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Shannon Proctor

Asset Manager

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Barbara Brack

Director of Asset Management
(Alumni)

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Lenester Erickson

Asset Manager
(Alumni)

Recent Projects

Gloria Drive Apartments
Gloria Drive Apartments

32 Units
Sacramento, CA

The property at acquisition was fairly rundown and needed a full rehab.

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Centennial Square Apartments
Sierra Sands Apartments

184 Units
Santa Maria, CA

This project includes installing a significant 991.44 kW PV Solar System that will produce 1.5 million kilowatt hours annually.

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We have a deep commitment to
Sustainability

Sustainability is an important part of DHI’s commitment to affordable housing. Across our communities, we continue to invest in technologies that make our communities more efficient, affordable and resilient.

See our Programs

We Care Deeply
About Our
Communities

We Don’t Just Make Housing, We Make Homes

Dawson Holdings is more than a real estate development company. We are a provider of “apartment homes” in an arena that has nearly unlimited demand and a severe shortage of supply. We strive to make our places “homes” for the people who choose to live here, not just apartments. We do not believe that paying less should mean getting less, and strive to make our communities as good as, or better than our market-rate competitors. One of the greatest compliments we hear all the time from applicants is that “I had no idea this place was low income housing when I was driving by.”

We also work very hard to make these assets economically viable for our partners. Through a combination of green technologies for utility savings, efficient operations, and quality experienced personnel, we make the most out of the opportunities that present themselves. Our commitment to the properties goes beyond the initial acquisition and means that we stay engaged in these assets, and spend real time and energy getting out to them regularly. In doing so, we are able to develop strong relationships with our on-site personnel and set high expectations that lead to long term success and stability on which our partners can rely.

Meet Some of Our Residents

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Nancy

Broadway Senior Center
Sacramento, CA

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Joannie

Casa De Angelo Apartments
Sacramento, CA

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Se Woong & Kyungja

Casa De Angelo Apartments
Sacramento, CA

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Jeong-Sim

Casa De Angelo Apartments
Sacramento, CA

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Pam

Kachina Apartments
Casa Grande, AZ

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Florence

Broadway Senior Center
Sacramento, CA

We Look Forward to
Hearing From You

Dawson Holdings Inc.

Headquarters
7250 Redwood Blvd
Suite 214
Novato, CA 94945

Sacramento Office
2377 Gold Meadow Way
Suite 295
Gold River, CA 95670

T 415 332 8393 Ext 11
info@d-h-i.net