Construction Starts on 119 Affordable Units in Oakland
The six-story Residences at Liberation Park will provide new housing options for low- to moderate-income households.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Commercial
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Construction is underway for the Residences at Liberation Park, a new six-story apartment complex in Oakland. The project will add 119 affordable housing units for households earning between 20 percent and 80 percent of the area median income.
Why it matters
This development addresses a critical need for local affordable housing by leveraging over $200 million in combined public and private financing. It reserves a portion of units for vulnerable populations, including the formerly homeless.
The six-story project at 2751 73rd Avenue includes 119 total units and a 31,000-square-foot retail hub. Twenty-five percent of the apartments are designated for special needs or formerly homeless individuals.
The players
Wells Fargo
A major multinational bank that has invested over $6 billion in California affordable housing construction debt and tax credit equity since 2021.
Eden Housing
A non-profit developer specializing in the creation and management of affordable housing communities throughout California.
Black Cultural Zone Community Development Corporation
An Oakland-based organization focused on neighborhood-led development and the preservation of Black culture in the community.
The details
The financing package utilizes Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and tax-exempt bonds to lower development costs. Supported by the City of Oakland and the California Department of Housing and Community Development, the project is designed to integrate residential living with neighborhood revitalization. The structure is expected to stand six stories tall and incorporate a 31,000-square-foot hub for office and retail space.
Timeline
Construction on the Residences at Liberation Park began on October 28, 2026.
The project is estimated to be completed by October 2029.
The Home Front
This project reflects a broader trend of utilizing federal tax credits to facilitate high-density affordable housing within urban centers. It aligns with statewide initiatives to increase residential capacity in cities facing long-term housing affordability constraints.
Families seeking affordable housing in Oakland can monitor future updates regarding the income-based application process as construction nears completion. Residents can check the City of Oakland housing portal for forthcoming eligibility requirements and waitlist announcements.
The takeaway
This development represents a major injection of capital into Oakland's local housing infrastructure. Interested families should watch for lease application announcements from Eden Housing as the project moves toward its 2029 completion date.
Further reading
Learn more about local development and property trends in the Commercial section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Commercial Observer.
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