The Portland Housing Bureau and Home Forward have acquired the Cesar Apartments to be converted into Permanent Supportive Housing. The building has 47 units, including studios and two-bedroom apartments, and is located in the Richmond neighborhood, with easy access to transit, grocery stores, and parks for future residents, according to the City of Portland.
Home Forward, in collaboration with Multnomah County's Homeless Services Department, is selecting a service provider to support Permanent Supportive Housing residents moving in this June. The facility will provide housing along with support services. The project is funded through the Metro Affordable Housing Bond and Multnomah County funds, utilizing favorable market conditions for cost-effectiveness compared to new construction, as reported by the City of Portland.
The Cesar Apartments project is part of Portland’s effort to create over 2,000 affordable homes for low-income residents, funded by the Metro Bond. It exceeds goals for family-sized, affordable, and Permanent Supportive Housing units, helping to address homelessness. The project shows strong collaboration between local government and community organizations. More housing projects are planned to support vulnerable residents. For more information, check the City of Portland government’s announcement.
