Mayor Lurie Cuts Ribbon On New Affordable Housing in Bayview

SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor Daniel Lurie today cut the ribbon on the Oscar James Residences—112 new units of affordable housing in the Bayview-Hunters Point. The development will include two buildings and will provide homes for households earning 30%–50% of the area median income. The project represents a long-awaited step forward in the ongoing revitalization of the Hunters Point Shipyard. Named for community advocate Oscar James, who has spent decades advocating for fair housing in the Bayview, the project honors his commitment to his neighborhood. 

Mayor Lurie has taken steps to build housing across the city and make San Francisco more affordable. Last week, he cut the ribbon on two new affordable housing sites in Sunnydale. To continue the mayor’s work to add affordable housing in the Bayview-Hunters Point, in September, he cut the ribbon to deliver 73 units of new, 100% affordable housing. Mayor Lurie also celebrated the opening of a 100% affordable housing development in the Outer Sunset that prioritizes San Francisco Unified School District educators and staff, adding more housing for working families. Earlier this year, he announced his Family Zoning plan to create more housing and ensure that the next generation of San Franciscans can afford to raise their families in the city. 

“As we work to make San Francisco affordable for future generations, our administration will continue advancing projects that center affordable housing around the communities they serve—just like the Oscar James Residences,” said Mayor Lurie. “Thank you to our federal, state, and community partners for their support in making this project possible. And thank you, Oscar, for advocating for your community and helping to create more affordable homes for San Franciscans.” 

“This project represents what true community partnership looks like: neighbors, advocates, and the city coming together to deliver on a long-standing promise,” said District 10 Supervisor Shamann Walton. “Oscar James has fought for fair housing and equity in Bayview Hunters Point for decades, and today’s ribbon cutting is a tribute to his vision and persistence. These new homes are more than buildings; they are a reminder that our communities deserve investment, dignity, and a future here in San Francisco.” 

The new buildings will be fully electric and incorporate advanced air quality and water conservation measures, providing residents with healthy, environmentally friendly homes. Amenities at the site include a community room, fitness center, meeting lounge, and landscaped courtyards, as well as on-site resident services provided by Bayview Senior Services—ensuring residents have access to support, programming, and resources. 

The project was developed through a public-private partnership with the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII), the California Department of Housing and Community Development, Jonathan Rose Companies, and Bayview Senior Services, with financing through the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, California Debt Limit Allocation Committee, and Bank of America. 

“Today we’re not just cutting a ribbon—we’re honoring the legacy of a community that helped build this city. The Oscar James Residences reflect what’s possible when we put people and partnerships first—creating homes that are affordable, beautiful, and rooted in history,” said Thor Kaslofsky, Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure Executive Director. “This project embodies OCII’s mission to ensure that San Francisco’s growth continues to include the very communities that make it strong.” 

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