The Maven on Broadway to Become Affordable Housing
The city plans to convert most units at the complex into income-restricted housing for Sacramento workers.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Apartments
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Sacramento officials are moving forward with a plan to convert The Maven on Broadway into an affordable housing complex. The project aims to add 306 units to the city's affordable stock while ensuring no current residents are displaced.
Why it matters
This conversion aims to address the ongoing shortage of housing for local workers in Sacramento. By transitioning market-rate apartments to income-restricted units, the city seeks to stabilize monthly housing costs for residents.
The plan designates 224 units for households earning up to $73,600 and 82 units for those earning $46,000 or less, with monthly rents set at $1,776 and $1,315 respectively. These figures compare to a $1,984 monthly rent for remaining market-rate units.
The players
Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency
A public agency dedicated to managing local affordable housing projects and urban development initiatives.
Pat Hume
A local supervisor who serves as a public liaison for community concerns regarding municipal projects.
The details
The Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency intends to purchase the property to shift its primary purpose toward workforce housing. The conversion process will integrate these income-restricted tiers into the existing 306-unit complex in the Upper Land Park neighborhood. Officials have confirmed that current tenants will not be displaced as the building transitions to its new affordability model.
Timeline
The Maven on Broadway opened in 2022.
On Oct. 13, 2026, the SHRA confirmed no existing tenants would be displaced.
On Oct. 20, 2026, Supervisor Pat Hume addressed neighborhood concerns regarding the project.
The SHRA Commission is scheduled to consider final purchase approval on Nov. 10, 2026.
The Home Front
This conversion follows a broader trend of municipalities acquiring private apartment assets to expand workforce housing availability. The project relies on established income-eligibility benchmarks to regulate rent levels against typical market-rate increases.
Current tenants at The Maven on Broadway should note that officials have committed to no displacement during this transition. Renters in Sacramento who are seeking workforce housing can review these income-bracket criteria to determine if they qualify for future availability.
The takeaway
This project highlights how city agencies are increasingly using direct acquisition to secure affordable housing stock for the local workforce. Residents should monitor the SHRA Commission meetings if they are looking for updates on future rental opportunities or income-eligibility changes.
What happens next
The SHRA Commission will meet on November 10, 2026, to conduct the final vote on the purchase of the building.
Further reading
For more on local housing shifts, browse our Apartments section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Sacramento Bee.
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