Honda Center Area to Become New Mixed-Use Development
The 110-acre site will add 2,000 residential units and new commercial space in Anaheim by 2033.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Commercial
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The Samueli family is set to complete the 110-acre OCVIBE mixed-use complex surrounding the Honda Center in Anaheim by 2033. The $5 billion project will replace 62 acres of surface parking with 2,000 residential units, a concert hall, two hotels, and office space.
Why it matters
The development seeks to transform the area into a year-round live-work-play hub that bolsters city revenue through increased visitor stays and tax contributions. This move builds on Anaheim's strong tourism economy, where current tax income from visitors saves the average resident family $9,000 annually.
The 110-acre OCVIBE site will include 2,000 residential units and 168,000 square feet of office space, replacing 62 acres of surface parking. Officials note that Anaheim currently hosts 26.5 million annual Disneyland visitors, who contribute $6.8 billion to the local economy.
The players
Samueli family
Owners of the Anaheim Ducks and the primary developers behind the $5 billion OCVIBE urban project.
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment
A sports and entertainment holding company expected to acquire the Los Angeles Angels.
Visit Anaheim
The official destination organization that tracks local tourism impact and hospitality-related economic data.
The details
The project replaces expansive surface parking lots with structured parking for 11,000 vehicles, allowing for high-density construction on the existing Honda Center footprint. By adding 36 restaurants, six bars, and a 5,000-seat concert hall, the developers aim to increase the average visitor's length of stay by one full day. This increased dwell time is projected to generate nearly $1 billion in additional hotel occupancy revenue for the city.
Timeline
1993: The Honda Center opened in Anaheim.
November 2018: The land purchase process for the OCVIBE area began.
Early 2027: Expected MLB approval for the Kroenke Sports & Entertainment purchase of the Los Angeles Angels.
2033: The OCVIBE redevelopment project is scheduled for full completion.
The Home Front
OCVIBE is part of a broader shift toward high-density, sports-anchored districts that aim to maximize land value around major venues. This project mirrors a nationwide trend, as developers commit $262 billion across 107 similar sites to create walkable, multi-use environments.
Residents should anticipate significant changes to traffic patterns and parking availability around the Honda Center as construction progresses through 2033. Homeowners can track city public planning filings to monitor how the addition of 2,000 residential units may impact local neighborhood housing density.
The takeaway
The transformation of the Honda Center into a dense, year-round district marks a significant change for the Anaheim landscape. Residents should keep an eye on upcoming infrastructure updates as the city transitions from a parking-heavy venue site to an active urban community.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Newsweek.
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