Welcome to today’s roundup of housing market news! Stay informed about the latest developments in the housing and construction projects across Santa Cruz County, where infrastructure improvements and new opportunities are enhancing the quality of life for residents. Explore the impact of tiny homes on addressing homelessness in California and the ongoing debate surrounding their effectiveness. Learn about the challenges faced by a housing development in Ceres, Stanislaus County, and the efforts being made to find a solution. Discover the opposition of California YIMBY to a deceptive ballot measure that could hinder the construction of new homes throughout the state. Additionally, explore the current median price and other housing market data for San Bernardino County. Lastly, delve into the exciting investment by New Home Co. in transforming 159 acres in Eastvale, California into a master-planned residential community. Let’s dive into the details and stay up to date with the latest news in the housing market!
Housing and construction projects in Santa Cruz County – Santa Cruz Local
Stay up to date on major housing and construction projects across Santa Cruz County and find out how to make your voice heard. Explore the latest developments in water and highway projects that are shaping the future of our community. Discover how these initiatives are improving infrastructure, creating new opportunities, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Dive into the details and stay informed about the progress being made.
Should California Double Down on Building Tiny Homes for People Experiencing Homelessness? | KQED
When 48-year-old Carlos Ruben Jacobo was living on the streets, he preferred to sleep in the park than take a bed at one of San José’s group shelters. However, his perspective changed when he was offered a spot at one of the city’s newest tiny home villages. With his own room, bathroom, and air conditioning, along with colorful shipping container-like buildings arranged around a courtyard, Jacobo finally felt safe and at home. Discover how tiny homes are providing a faster, cheaper, and more humane solution to address unsheltered homelessness in California. Learn about the proposed state law that aims to expedite the construction of these villages and the ongoing debate surrounding their effectiveness.
Ceres 40-home housing development abandoned, left in limbo – CBS Sacramento
A 40-home neighborhood in Ceres, Stanislaus County, has been left empty and abandoned for almost two years. The developer pulled out of the project, leaving the homes unfinished and the lots vacant. City councilwoman Rosalinda Vierra, who oversees the district, expressed her concerns about the situation, describing the development as an eyesore. The abandoned homes have become targets for squatters, resulting in vandalism and theft. Vierra is determined to find an investor to complete the project and bring life back to the community. Discover the challenges faced by this housing development and the efforts being made to find a solution.
California YIMBY Opposes Deceptive AIDS Healthcare Foundation Ballot Measure – California YIMBY
California YIMBY has announced its opposition to a statewide ballot measure funded by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) that seeks to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act. This measure, promoted by AHF president Michael Weinstein, could hinder the construction of new homes throughout California. California YIMBY believes in supporting efforts that lead to an abundance of housing and opposes flawed ballot measures that enable NIMBY cities to ban new homes. They emphasize the importance of building more housing to achieve broad-based affordability and housing security. Learn more about California YIMBY’s position on rent control and their opposition to this deceptive ballot measure.
San Bernardino County home listings asked for more money in May – see the current median price here
In May, the median home list price in San Bernardino County increased to $541,005, showing a 1.7% rise from the previous month. Compared to May 2023, the median home list price saw a 4.2% increase. The median home size was 1,641 square feet, listed at $345 per square foot. Listings in the county moved slowly with a median of 41 days on the market. Around 2,468 new homes were listed in May, marking an 11.7% increase from the previous year. Explore the current median price and other housing market data for San Bernardino County.
New Home Co. Makes Major Investment in City of Eastvale | Business Wire
New Home Co. is transforming 159 acres in Eastvale, California into the master-planned residential infill community of Eastvale Square. This thoughtfully designed community will feature almost 2,000 homes, a new city civic center, police and fire stations, a public library, and office and retail spaces. Located near the first-ever downtown district in Eastvale, this development represents a significant opportunity for the city. New Home Co. plans to open an on-site Sales Gallery and begin phase one sales in September. The company will build the residential homes and provide land for civic components, while the city will be responsible for their planning and development. Discover more about this exciting investment in Eastvale.