City officials, housing advocates, and community members gathered in Southeast San Francisco to celebrate the grand opening of the Dorris M. Vincent Apartments, a transformative affordable housing development located at 275 Coleman Street in the heart of the Hunters Point Shipyard.

Developed by Mercy Housing California in partnership with the San Francisco Housing Development Corporation (SFHDC), the San Francisco Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII), and other key partners, the new community provides 73 high-quality apartment homes for families earning between 35% and 50% of the Area Median Income.

Beloved Community Leader and Advocate

Named in honor of Dorris M. Vincent, a beloved community leader and tireless advocate for equity in Bayview-Hunters Point, the development reflects her legacy of justice, opportunity, and neighborhood pride. Members of her family were in attendance to honor her memory and celebrate the community that now bears her name.

The apartments feature family-friendly amenities, including a spacious landscaped courtyard, an indoor community room with sweeping bay views, and larger apartment types from two to five bedrooms. Construction began in May 2023, and the first residents moved in in April 2025.

“Mercy Housing California has deep roots in Bayview-Hunters Point, and the Dorris M. Vincent Apartments represent our third affordable housing community in this neighborhood,” said Tiffany Bohee, President of Mercy Housing California. “This property dedication is not just about a new building—it is about honoring decades of partnership, expanding opportunity, and investing in the working families who are the heart and soul of San Francisco.”

The building is also a model of sustainable design. It is one of the first all-electric residential buildings in Bayview-Hunters Point, reflecting a commitment to clean energy. It also includes enhanced air filtration systems that exceed code requirements, an important feature in a community disproportionately impacted by environmental health disparities.

73 New Affordable Apartments in the Bay Area

Mayor Daniel Lurie praised the development as a model for inclusive growth:

“Right now, too many parents in our city are asking whether they can afford to raise their kids here, and too many young people are wondering if they’ll be able to stay in the city they call home,” said Mayor Lurie. “The Dorris M. Vincent Apartments are delivering 73 new units of affordable housing for San Francisco’s families—helping us make San Francisco more affordable now and for generations to come.”

Supervisor Shamann Walton, who represents District 10, emphasized the power of community collaboration:

“Dorris M. Vincent Apartments represent exactly what happens when community, advocates, and partners come together to deliver for families here in District 10,” said Supervisor Shamann Walton. “This development not only provides deeply affordable, family-sized homes in Bayview-Hunters Point, but also honors the legacy of a leader who fought for equity and justice in our neighborhood. I am proud to celebrate this milestone with our community and will continue working to ensure that all residents of District 10 have access to safe, stable, and dignified housing.”

The building includes 46 car parking spaces, 10 motorcycle spaces, and 73 secured bike spaces. Mercy Housing California provides onsite property management, while SFHDC offers resident services focused on long-term housing stability and well-being.

“SFHDC is honored to have co-developed this important project in what is essentially our backyard,” said David Sobel, Chief Executive Officer of SFHDC, which is headquartered in Bayview Hunters Point. “Through our extensive community outreach, we have been able to serve 20 Certificate of Preference Holders among the households now residing at this brand-new building—what may be a record for ensuring previously displaced households have opportunities to move to permanently affordable, high-quality housing in their neighborhood.” Sobel added, “And to be able to name the building in memory of one of our long-standing board members, Dorris Vincent, is the icing on the cake.”

Public Art Installation Celebrates Neighborhood’s History

The building also features a vibrant public art installation by local artist Josué Rojas, who attended the ceremony. His mural at the building’s entrance depicts birds as a nod to the migration of people over time to the neighborhood, celebrating the history, cultural resilience, and natural flora of Bayview-Hunters Point.

In addition to community input, artistic contributions, and robust public partnerships, the development of Dorris M. Vincent Apartments was made possible through strategic financial collaboration. Bank of America played a pivotal role in supporting the project’s funding.

“Bank of America is thrilled to help finance this new community that is part of transforming the former Hunters Point Shipyard into vibrant, affordable housing for working families. We worked with our longtime client Mercy Housing to provide construction and equity financing to help bring the Dorris M Vincent Apartments to life – helping hundreds of families that live and work in San Francisco,” said Gioia McCarthy, San Francisco – East Bay president, Bank of America. “This public-private partnership with the San Francisco Housing Development Corporation and Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure will bring tremendous economic benefits to the community.”

The Dorris M. Vincent Apartments stand as a testament to what’s possible when public agencies, nonprofit developers, private funders, and community voices come together to address the housing crisis with compassion. The residents, caregivers, social workers, bus drivers, and childcare professionals represent the everyday heroes who make San Francisco thrive.