San Diego Community College District Affordable Student Housing Project
In December 2025, Provident, through PRG – SDCCD Properties LLC, partnered with the San Diego Community College District (“SDCCD”) to facilitate the development of 797 beds of affordable student housing on the core campus of San Diego City College.
Project Completion
and Impact Overview
The seven-story, all-electric mid-rise will include 283 apartment-style units supporting 797 beds, offering a safe, modern, and affordable place for students to live while pursuing their education. Shared spaces include study lounges, tutoring rooms, a mental health and wellness center, a community kitchen, a basic-needs food pantry, and a top-floor meeting room with views of downtown San Diego.
Financing
The construction is being financed from proceeds of previously issued General Obligation Bonds of the SDCCD, which were part of Measure HH, a $3.5 billion bond referendum passed by voters in November 2024, to modernize, future-proof, and transform SDCCD campuses. Approximately 40% of the funding is provided as a grant, with the balance being repaid by Project revenues.
Development &
Management
Gilbane is serving as the Developer and, through its affiliate, Inwood Management, the 3rd-party manager for the Projects.
Community Impact
This marks the first student housing community built in the district’s 110-year history, addressing a critical need for stable student housing. The student community housing will provide critically needed student housing at the heart of downtown San Diego, offering rates significantly below those of UC and CSU dormitory housing, making it more attainable for SDCCD students. These new apartment-style homes will support low-income students, veterans, and former foster youth, helping ease the burden for students balancing school, work, and other challenges and responsibilities.