Manzanita Family Apartments provides 51 affordable homes for Napa families in a thoughtfully designed community that prioritizes connection, accessibility, and quality of life.
The development offers a range of family-sized residences along with shared amenities, including community gathering spaces, gardens, and outdoor areas that encourage resident interaction. Located near essential services, public transportation, and pedestrian connections, Manzanita supports a vibrant, connected neighborhood while addressing the critical need for affordable housing in Napa. Recognized for its thoughtful design and community impact, the project received a 2023 PCBC Golden Nugget Award of Merit for Best Affordable Housing Community.
Location: 2951 Soscol Ave., Napa, CA 95207
Client: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates
Architect: Dahlin Group
Completed: November 2021
Construction Cost: $20.5M
Units: 51 units
Square footage: 60,000 sq ft.
Building Type: 3 stories, Type V-A
Wage Compliance: CA State and Federal Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage, Section 3, MBE-WBE
Labor Compliance Partner:
Funders: NEF, Silicon Valley Bank, HCD, City of Napa, County of Napa
Population Served: 100% affordable workforce rental housing. 30-60% AMI.
Community Facilities & Recreation:
Community room and kitchen.
Central landscaped courtyard.
On-site services and property management.
Community raised garden beds.
Children's play area.
Third-floor outdoor terrace.
Public & Site Improvements: $8.15M AHSC award funding transportation improvements:
New traffic signal at Soscol Ave and Old Soscol Way.
Pedestrian crossing improvements along 3.2 miles of Vine
Trail bike path.
5 rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) systems.
RRFB crossing improvement on Pueblo Ave.
ADA curb ramps and pedestrian improvements along
McPherson Elementary School.
Sidewalk, curb, and gutter improvements.
Awards & Recognition: 2023 PCBC Golden Nugget Award of Merit – Best Affordable Housing
