Mission Court

This project represents a practical and balanced approach to addressing local housing needs. It contributes to the community of Mission Street by adding new activity and walkability to the corridor, while delivering much-needed housing in a central, transit-accessible location. The design blends Mission-style architectural elements with modern functionality, creating a building that fits well within the character of the Westside.

Rendering of a modern mixed-use building with commercial space and residential units, featuring large glass windows, a creme-colored facade, and timber accents. The sidewalk in front has trees, bike racks, and pedestrians, some walking and some taking photos, during the evening.

LOCATION

1815 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, California

Scale

67 Units with private kitchen, bathroom, storage
Studios, 2B/1Ba, 2B/1.5Ba, 2B/2Ba Floorplans
11 Affordable Housing Units
1,766 SF Commercial space
Beautiful common areas - indoor and outdoor
Engaging streetscape

STATUS

In Development

Services

Architecture, Development

Expertise

SB330, Density-Bonus

Transit, Bikeable, Walkable — Designed to reduce day-to-day reliance on personal vehicles

The site’s central location encourages walking and biking for daily needs, with direct access to bus routes and the Westside bike path via Dufour Street. This project is intentionally designed to reduce reliance on personal vehicles and minimize pressure on neighborhood parking. Priority will be given to renters without cars, aligning with the project’s transit-oriented goals.

Modern multi-story residential building with retail space on the ground floor, trees along the sidewalk, and people walking and cycling in front, during sunset.

A 6-story project that provides a comfortable, community-oriented living environment while pioneering a thriving commercial corridor.

  • Student and Recent graduate amenities: lounge, study rooms, a TV room, a fitness room, a communal kitchen and coffee area, as well as outdoor seating areas designed for relaxation and informal gatherings.

  • Ground floor commercial space and outdoor seating area

  • Wide sidewalks that provide comfort and accessibility, along with verdant street trees that offer shade and visual appeal.

  • Aligns with the city’s broader goals for a more active and connected streetscape.

Rendering of a modern apartment building with retail shops on the ground floor, trees lining the sidewalk, and people walking or cycling in front at dusk.
Digital rendering of a modern, multi-story residential building with pink and beige facade, multiple balconies, circular and arched windows, and green vine decorations on the roof edges.
A modern multi-story apartment building with retail shops on the ground floor, situated on a city street with trees and pedestrians at sunset.
A modern multi-story apartment building with balconies and plants, situated on a street with parked and moving cars, under a pink and orange sunset sky.
Rendering of a multi-story residential building with a mix of white and brown exterior, multiple balconies, and trees lining the sidewalk at sunset, with cars and pedestrians on the street.
Modern mixed-use building with commercial signage, outdoor trees, and pedestrians walking on the sidewalk during evening, with people inside the cafe.

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