Reno Residents Vacated Evergreen Trailer Park
The property owners cleared the site to make room for a new strip mall and restaurant development.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Apartments
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Residents have officially moved out of the Evergreen Trailer Park in Reno after receiving eviction notices earlier this year. The mobile home park is slated for redevelopment into a commercial strip mall and restaurant.
Why it matters
The closure removes affordable housing from the area as property owners pivot to commercial use. This displacement highlights the tension between rising land values and the preservation of low-cost housing options for vulnerable residents.
Residents paid monthly rent between $500 and $1,000 for their units. Those aged 60 or older or with disabilities were granted a 30-day extension beyond the standard 30-day notice period.
The players
Evergreen Trailer Park
This residential site was the primary location for the recent displacement of mobile home residents in Reno.
Merry Wink Motel
This structure is part of the development plot slated to be replaced by a new strip mall and restaurant.
The details
The site, located on Virginia Street, required asbestos removal from the trailer park and two adjacent buildings, including the Merry Wink Motel. Legal aid services assisted eligible seniors and residents with disabilities during the move-out transition.
Timeline
April 2026: Residents received 30-day eviction notices.
September 2026: All residents moved out of the trailer park.
Culture Shift
This development follows the national trend of mobile home park closures for commercial redevelopment. The project marks a shift where land previously used for affordable housing is prioritized for retail and dining infrastructure.
The closure forces former residents to seek new housing options in a competitive rental market. Local shoppers may eventually see new retail and dining choices on Virginia Street once development plans move forward.
The takeaway
The transformation of the Evergreen Trailer Park signals a permanent change to the neighborhood's residential character. Residents facing similar displacement should reach out to local legal aid organizations early to understand their rights and potential housing protections.
Further reading
Learn more about the local housing landscape in our Apartments section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Reno News.
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