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Council approves sale of 1901 West Walnut to Thrive Santa Ana for $852,000 to preserve La Colmena microfarm

Santa Ana City Council · February 18, 2026
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Summary

The council approved a purchase and sale agreement to transfer a 0.38‑acre city parcel to Thrive Santa Ana (La Colmena) for $852,000, a below‑appraisal grant‑supported sale that carries a 30‑year covenant and reversion clause to protect community use.

The Santa Ana City Council authorized the city manager to execute a purchase‑and‑sale agreement with Thrive Santa Ana Inc. to sell city‑owned property at 1901 West Walnut Street for $852,000.

Staff said the property was appraised at $1,030,000 and that a state grant conditioned the acquisition price at $852,000, leaving a $178,000 subsidy that is documented in the economic subsidy report being adopted. Planning staff confirmed the site is zoned for the proposed microfarm, community…

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