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Construction begins on massive student housing building at UC Berkeley
Construction is now underway on a massive, new building dedicated entirely to housing transfer students on the campus of UC Berkeley. The school broke ground at the building site this week at the corner of University Avenue and Oxford Street.
Rendering just released of 100% affordable housing development near Fruitvale BART Station
We’re getting our first look at a proposed new affordable housing development in Oakland’s Fruitvale District. Villa Fruitvale will be built on 0.88-acres at 3751 International Boulevard at the intersection of 38th Avenue.
Rivian Looking to Shed a Whopping 353,653 Sq Feet of Space in the Bay Area
Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian is reportedly looking to sublease a massive Bay Area property less than a year after acquiring it. This development comes amid various companies cutting costs and reevaluating workspace requirements in the changing business landscape
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Harvard Grad Demands $100k to Vacate L.A. Airbnb after 540 Days Rent-Free; She Earned a Settlement to Vacate an Oakland House Shortly Prior
Harvard-educated Elizabeth Hirschhorn stayed in an L.A. short-term rental for a staggering 540+ days without paying for the accommodations. Legal loopholes in California mean she is now also demanding $100k to vacate, in a strikingly similar case to one with which she was involved in Oakland.
Oakland Rents Plunge 7.2%, Surpassesing National Average Drop; Reach Lowest Since 2017 Amid High Vacancies
Rental rates in Oakland, California have fallen significantly over the past year, reflecting a broader trend in the United States. However, the city's high vacancy rate and increase in market-rate housing development may be contributing factors.
From Meth Lab/Bomb Workshop to Million-Dollar Listing: Condemned San Jose House Hits Market for $1.5M
Former meth lab property, alleged to also have been a makeshift bomb workshop, located at 668 Potomac Court in San Jose, has been listed a mere 6 months after its involvement in a joint police bust. It is now listed for $1.5 million, requiring significant renovations before habitation.
Sen. Nancy Skinner of Berkeley Champions 2024 Housing Package to Increase Affordable Homes in California
State Sen. Nancy Skinner introduced a set of bills to increase housing production, reduce costs, and promote homeownership, targeting accessory dwelling units, utility hook-up fees, and corporate home buying in California.
California's Homekey Initiative Unveils Six New Projects: Oakland, Fresno, and Los Angeles to Gain 369 Homes for Homeless
Governor Newsom announces six new Homekey projects in California, including Oakland, creating 369 affordable homes for the homeless with a $99.9 million investment to convert hotels and buildings into housing.
Oakland Breaks Ground on East 12th Street, 91 Affordable Homes for Those in Need Near Lake Merritt
Oakland has begun building the East 12th Street affordable housing complex with 91 homes for low-income families, including supportive housing, funded in part by California's Proposition 1 and a $10.9 million state grant.
Oakland Sells 50% Stake in Coliseum to African American Sports Group Amidst Budget Crisis, Aiming for Massive Site Revamp
Oakland agrees to sell its 50% share in the Oakland Coliseum to AASEG for at least $105 million, which could support city finances and spark area redevelopment, but the future remains uncertain with the Oakland A's owning the other half.
City of Oakland Approves Ambitious Downtown Revitalization Plan with Focus on Affordable Housing and Cultural Preservation
The City of Oakland has adopted the Downtown Oakland Specific Plan to guide downtown's development, focusing on housing, jobs, and cultural preservation over the next twenty years.
Oakland Receives $44 Million from State for Sustainable Affordable Housing Project in Effort to Revitalize East Bay Community
Oakland receives $44 million from California's cap-and-trade funds to aid in creating sustainable, affordable housing as part of the Rise East initiative, focusing on the 119-unit Liberation Park Project for income-qualified residents.
Oakland Breaks Ground on New Affordable Housing Complex for Seniors and Formerly Homeless Near Lake Merritt BART
Groundbreaking has begun on a new affordable housing complex in Oakland's Chinatown, aimed at seniors and including units for former homeless individuals, with an expected opening in summer 2026.
Oakland City Council Approves Rockridge CCA Campus Redevelopment, Awaits Economic Green Light for Construction
Oakland City Council has approved the redevelopment of the old California College of Arts campus into a residential complex despite the project currently being on hold due to economic conditions.
Alameda County Advances Toward Sale of Oakland Coliseum Site to AASEG, Aiming for Economic Revitalization
Alameda County has agreed to negotiate the sale of its share in the Oakland Coliseum Complex to the African American Sports and Entertainment Group, aiming to revitalize the area with a $5 billion development plan.
Hybridge Capital Management Transforms Oakland Student Housing into Affordable Rentals for Veterans and Vulnerable Populations
Hybridge Capital Management is converting former student housing in Oakland into a 144-unit affordable complex, The Refuge Apartments, for veterans, domestic violence survivors, and low-income individuals.
Ex-Golden State Warrior Adonal Foyle Lists His Luxurious Orinda Estate for $4.75 Million As He Embarks on Fatherhood
Former NBA player Adonal Foyle is selling his East Bay estate for $4.75 million. The 5,700 sq ft property in Orinda features six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a Mediterranean design, infinity pool, and personal vineyard.
Big Box Showdown Looms At Oakland Army Base As Costco Circles North Gateway
Councilmember Carroll Fife filed a resolution asking the city to open exclusive negotiations with Costco and developer DECA for the North Gateway parcel at the former Oakland Army Base. The move would only authorize talks; approvals and cleanup remain to be decided.
New Affordable Housing Development 'The Phoenix' Rises in West Oakland to Support Low-Income Families and Homeless Individuals
The Phoenix, an affordable housing development, opened in West Oakland with a celebration and support from local leaders, providing 100 new homes for low-income families and individuals.
More Than 1,470 Households Apply for 76 Apartments at Oakland’s Native American Health Center Project
Flicker, a new Native American Health Center campus in Fruitvale, pairs a 20‑operatory dental clinic and a 300‑person cultural hall with 76 affordable apartments. Strong demand for the units highlights the Bay Area’s persistent housing and health‑access gaps.
Samuel Merritt's Downtown High-Rise Aims to Jolt Oakland Back to Life
Samuel Merritt University moved into a new 10‑story City Center campus in downtown Oakland on Monday, bringing new simulation labs and thousands of students to the core. City leaders say the project will anchor downtown recovery and expand the local health workforce.
Deutsche Bank Snaps Up Trio of Downtown Oakland Towers in Debt Drama
An affiliate of Deutsche Bank recorded a deed-in-lieu for three downtown Oakland office towers, taking control of about 975,000 square feet amid elevated vacancy. The move formalizes lender ownership and raises questions about sales, conversions and downtown foot traffic.
UCSF Expands Oakland Campus With New Hospital And Support Building
UCSF is modernizing its Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland campus: a three‑story support building is wrapping up and a seven‑story hospital tower is moving into full construction phases. The program includes more beds, a NICU, a larger emergency department and a new parking garage.
Auto Shop Corner Becomes West Berkeley’s Latest Affordable Housing Play
A nonprofit filed plans for a six‑story, 94‑unit fully affordable workforce building at 2147 San Pablo Avenue — the third big proposal for the parcel. The application invokes AB 2011 and the state density bonus to speed approvals.
A’s Strip Stadium Rises In A Hurry As Vegas Ballpark Push Intensifies
A’s officials say the Strip ballpark is visibly taking shape: major decks have been poured, roughly $1.02B in permits are on file, and steel work is set to begin this spring. Team leaders still expect the stadium to track toward a 2028 opening.
East Bay Hyatt Fire Sale: Pleasanton, Pleasant Hill Hotels Go For Couch‑Cushion Prices
Two lender-owned Hyatt House hotels in Pleasanton and Pleasant Hill sold at auction for unusually low prices, highlighting a still-weak Bay Area hotel market. The deals could affect local property-tax rolls and valuations.
Bay Area’s High-Rent Whiplash: How Policy and Tech Money Rewired Old Neighborhoods
A San José storefront now sits opposite a 518‑unit luxury complex — a local snapshot of how decades of policy choices and concentrated tech wealth reshaped the Bay Area. Low permitting, Prop 13 and concentrated buyer power pushed prices beyond many longtime residents.
Lafayette Blinks In Housing Fight, Puts Downtown Upzoning On The Table
A settlement with the Housing Action Coalition would have Lafayette evaluate rezonings across roughly 130 acres along Mt. Diablo Boulevard and cover roughly $120,000 in attorney fees. The city must consider the changes by year‑end.
Second Suitor Crashes Oakland Arena Sale, Tosses Deal Into Overtime
Legends Global has made a roughly $102.5M offer for Oakland Arena as Alameda County approved a term sheet to buy back and resell its Coliseum share. The competing bids, legal fights and environmental questions now shape who might control the arena.
