Facchino Neighborhood broke ground on Oct 20th in Berryessa, which will transform a 13-acre industrial site at 1655 Berryessa Road into over 700 residential units. Property owner Bob Facchino personally operated an excavator to begin demolishing the building that once housed his family's trucking business for more than 50 years, calling the moment bittersweet yet necessary for progress. This redevelopment, near the Berryessa BART station that opened in 2020, aligns with plans for an urban village that integrates housing with transit accessibility.
KB Home leads construction on 48 for-sale single-family homes and townhomes, while Swenson develops a 260-unit affordable apartment complex, both set to advance quickly with Swenson aiming for completion in about two years. Additional phases include 338 apartments and 62 more for-sale units, addressing the city's need for diverse living options. A neighborhood park and replacement wetland, mandated after the site's drainage area earned protected status, will add green spaces that enhance community appeal.
This project exemplifies San Jose's shift toward sustainable growth, turning underused land into homes that support families and reduce commutes via nearby public transit. Local leaders gathered at the ceremony to highlight how such initiatives ease housing pressures and foster connected neighborhoods. As construction ramps up, Facchino Neighborhood promises to draw new residents eager for transit-oriented living in the South Bay.
Source: SVBJ
