Long Beach celebrates grand opening of The Cove affordable housing for veterans

The Long Beach City Council meeting on April 8, 2025, highlighted the grand opening of The Cove at Century Villages at Cabrillo, a new affordable housing development specifically for veterans. This initiative, a collaboration between the city of Long Beach and nonprofit developer Century Affordable Development, aims to provide housing for 89 veterans earning between 30 to 60 percent of the area median income.

During the meeting, officials celebrated the significance of The Cove, which not only offers affordable housing but also access to supportive services through the local Veterans Administration. The development features 90 new apartments, including studio units designed for veterans with disabilities, and provides recreational areas and common spaces for residents.

City representatives emphasized the importance of this project in addressing homelessness and enhancing community support for veterans. They noted that Long Beach is experiencing a record pace of housing production, with over 2,500 units currently under construction, representing a billion-dollar investment in housing.

The Cove is located at 2121 West Williams Street and is part of a broader effort by the city to support veterans and improve housing availability. For more information about The Cove and other affordable housing initiatives, residents are encouraged to visit the Community Development Department's website at longbeach.gov/lbcd. The meeting concluded with a reminder of ongoing developments and community events throughout Long Beach.