1633 Valencia is a new permanent supportive housing community for seniors in San Francisco’s Mission District.

The six-story development brings 145 affordable homes to adults age 55 and older who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. Residents will have access to stable housing and trauma-informed supportive services designed to help them age with dignity and maintain long-term housing stability.

1633 Valencia also represents a new approach to delivering affordable housing more efficiently. The community was developed using lessons learned from Mercy Housing California’s nearby Tahanan community, with the project team reusing proven designs and construction strategies to reduce costs and accelerate delivery. By bringing architects, builders, and development partners together early in the process, the team was able to move the project from groundbreaking to completion in just 19 months.

The development is the first project financed through the Bay Area Housing Innovation Fund and reflects the impact that strong public, private, and nonprofit partnerships can have in addressing the region’s housing challenges. Nearly fully leased at opening, 1633 Valencia is already providing much-needed homes in a neighborhood with easy access to transit, services, and community resources.

“We are constantly looking for ways to build smarter, faster and with greater impact for residents,” said Tiffany Bohee, president of Mercy Housing California. “1633 Valencia reflects what’s possible when trusted partners come together with a shared commitment to innovation and equity.”

As residents move into their new homes, 1633 Valencia stands as an important example of how collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to affordable housing can create lasting opportunities for those who need them most.