SAN DIEGO, Calif. –– R.D. Olson Construction, an award-winning general contracting firm in California, today announced that construction is underway on Kettner Crossing in San Diego, California. The 64-unit senior housing complex is expected to reach completion by early 2025 and will serve low-income seniors who earn 30-60% of Area Median Income (AMI).
Located at 1590 Kettner Boulevard in the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego, the 73,400-square-foot project will be an eight-story urban infill project on a previously undeveloped lot. The ground-up construction plans call for three levels of Type III-A wood framing over five levels of Type I concrete, which will include one subterranean level providing seven parking stalls. The property is a transit-oriented development, with close access to bus routes and the iconic San Diego Trolley. Residents will have the option of floorplan, with six studio-sized, 55 1-bedroom, or three 2-bedroom apartments being offered.
The development is primely situated in a hub of shopping, dining and entertainment, within walking distance to Waterfront Park and North San Diego Bay.
The ground floor of the new construction will offer approximately 2,200 square feet of commercial office space for lease, while the rooftop will give residents views of North San Diego Bay. The pet-friendly building will also have an open-air turf space on the roof. Other amenities include a communal room and library.
“Bringing affordable senior housing to San Diego’s Little Italy is a perfect fit,” said Bill Wilhelm, president, R.D. Olson. “Older residents will have easy access to a vibrant neighborhood, living within walking distance to shops, parks, and public transportation.”
Kettner Crossing is the third affordable housing project for R.D. Olson Construction with nonprofit developer Bridge Housing. They previously partnered on Heritage Square in Pasadena and Anaheim & Walnut in Long Beach. The architect is AVRP Studios.
About R.D. Olson Construction
Founded by Bob Olson in 1979 and led by President Bill Wilhelm, R.D. Olson Construction commemorates 43 years of building and is one of the top 40 general contracting firms in California. R.D. Olson Construction is a premier builder of hotel and multi-unit properties for several national hoteliers and developers, including Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Ritz Carlton, MBK Living, Related Properties and Meta Housing, and has a robust portfolio of renovation projects including Atria Senior Housing, Chapman University’s Reeves Hall, the conversion of the historic Bank of Italy Building into the Nomad Hotel and more. The firm also has a rich history as a builder of office, retail, restaurant, education, senior living and recreational projects.
