Construction began Tuesday on a 97-unit development on the corner of University Avenue and Herbert Street. Known as Hillcrest Hall, it will remain affordable for 55 years for qualifying low-income San Diegans, which right now includes households earning between $47,250 and $110,200 for a family of three.
The development is due in large part to public funding — the San Diego Housing Commission awarded the project a $5 million loan and the city kicked in nearly $3.2 million from the Bridge to Home program. CRP Affordable Housing and Community Development is leading the $72 million project.
Hillcrest Hall is scheduled to open summer 2028…