East Palo Alto celebrates grand opening of 136 affordable homes at Colibri Commons

OFFICIALS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS in East Palo Alto recently celebrated the grand opening of Colibri Commons, adding more than 100 affordable apartments to the city’s stock.

The 136-apartment complex is built on 2.61 acres of city-owned land and has a range of options, from studio to four-bedroom apartments, made affordable to families and individuals who earn up to 60% the area median income. Residents have access to a community room, an outdoor play area and an after-school learning center.