The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA), in partnership with The One San Pedro Collaborative – composed of National CORE, Century Housing, and the Richman Group – City leaders, and the Community Investment for Families Department, broke ground on the construction of 47 new climate-friendly affordable apartments on February 10 in San Pedro.
This site, known as 327 Harbor, is the first off-site phase of a multi-year redevelopment and revitalization initiative of Rancho San Pedro public housing, an aging 1940s-era public housing site. When complete, 327 Harbor will include 12 one-bedroom, 23 two-bedroom, and 12 three-bedroom apartments and will house low-income working families and individuals.
“We are taking a foundational first step to build more homes affordable to the San Pedro community while also improving the quality of life for Angelenos,” said Lourdes Castro Ramírez, HACLA President & CEO. “Once the full redevelopment of Rancho San Pedro is complete, it will be a signature destination on the harbor, with vibrant mixed-use spaces that include retail shops, dining, and pedestrian-friendly amenities. This is the vision the community created and HACLA is proud to be part of One San Pedro community --- as we work together to expand housing options, strengthen the local economy, and create more jobs that will help families prosper.”
The project will be all-electric, designed with sustainable, energy-efficient materials and tools, including solar panels, to reduce impact on the environment, benefit resident health, and reduce utility costs. It is expected to achieve LEED Gold certification. Amenities will include a community room, a landscaped courtyard with seating, a children’s play area, a fitness room, and supportive service offices. Rancho San Pedro residents are expected to move into the new property in early 2027.
"This groundbreaking not only puts us on a path of much-needed affordable housing to address our housing crisis but also sets the foundation for a strong, inclusive development where families can thrive. I am proud of our local community for its consistent support of this project and grateful for the One San Pedro Collaborative, which is advancing a future that prioritizes opportunity, equity, and sustainability for all its residents," Councilmember Tim McOsker said.
Funding for Harbor Apartments included more than $3.5 million from the Community Development Block Grant. The grant helped execute the purchase of the land.
"The Community Investment for Families Department (CIFD) is proud to partner in the development of Harbor Apartments, a key step toward providing San Pedro families with the affordable housing and amenities they deserve. Affordable housing is critical to addressing our City’s poverty crisis and through the strategic use of CDBG funding, we are able to invest in neighborhoods and create lasting opportunities for low-income residents. We remain committed to working alongside our City partners to uplift communities and demonstrate that poverty is not an insurmountable challenge, but a problem we can solve together," said Abigail R. Marquez, CIFD General Manager.
HACLA partnered with National CORE, Century Housing, and the Richman Group to create the One San Pedro Collaborative as the master developer for the Rancho San Pedro revitalization. The selection followed an extensive process to ensure alignment with community goals.
The One San Pedro Transformation Plan reflects input gathered through resident surveys, one-on-one conversations, and large community gatherings. The Plan proposes to replace the outdated 478-unit public housing site with upward of 1,600 units of rental and homeownership opportunities across all affordability levels, including deeply subsidized, moderate-income, and market-rate units. This new community will feature modern amenities, parks, retail spaces, sports facilities, walking paths, bike lanes, and high-quality housing options.
“National CORE is proud to be part of this initiative to create one of Southern California’s most extraordinary communities,” said Alexa Washburn, National CORE’s chief development officer. “One San Pedro will be a haven, creating a robust and rich environment with affordable housing and the highest level of amenities.”