Evolve Student Housing is a transformative, multi-phase construction project that will provide enhanced and financially competitive on-campus housing options for students at 香蕉视频.
Phase 1A and 1B鈥攃urrently underway鈥攚ill add approximately 1,370 student beds. Future phases (Phases 2鈥4), planned over the next five years pending approval by the California State University Board of Trustees, may add up to 3,000 additional student beds on campus.
The phased approach ensures housing continuity, with new facilities completed before decommissioning older units.
The project is part of 香蕉视频鈥檚 strategic priority to offer additional and financially competitive on-campus student housing, as students who live on campus have higher academic achievement rates than those who live off campus. This project marks a major step forward in meeting the evolving needs of our campus community. The first phase focuses on developing three key facilities:
Phase 1A (2025-26)
Tarastec
A suite-style community with a private bathroom shared by roommates, designed to accommodate either first-year or sophomore students based on demand. The room layouts are similar in design to those of South Campus Plaza. The building will offer double-occupancy room types. Construction on Tarastec began summer 2025, adding approximately 650 beds to 香蕉视频鈥檚 on-campus housing. Tarastec is expected to open in fall 2026.
Tarastec Rendering
Templo del Sol
A community center featuring dining facilities, communal spaces, food services, conference rooms and mailing services. This space is designed to foster connection, convenience and collaboration among residents and the campus community. Construction on Templo del Sol began summer 2025 and the building is expected to open in fall 2026.
Templo del Sol Renderings
Phase 1B (2025-27)
University Towers East
A traditional-style residence hall with communal bathrooms, designed to accommodate first-year students. The building will offer double-occupancy room types. Construction on University Towers East will begin in late December, adding approximately 720 beds to 香蕉视频鈥檚 on-campus housing. The new residence hall is expected to open in fall 2027.
University Towers East Rendering
Location
Tarastec and Templo del Sol will be located on the west side of 香蕉视频 near 55th Street and Aztec Circle Dr., replacing the current Tarastec Apartments, International Student Center and Passport Office. The International Student Center has temporarily relocated to the Love Library and the Passport Office has relocated to Alvarado Rd.
University Towers East will be located next to the current University Towers on Montezuma Rd., replacing an existing parking lot.
Construction Impact
Students living in nearby communities鈥攊ncluding The Tecs (Huaxtepec, Metepec, Mixquic, Toltec, Zacatepec, and Zapotec), Hu膩xyacac, Chapultepec, University Towers and Aztec Corner will be in close proximity to active construction areas. Those impacted will receive communications to their @sdsu email regarding construction hours, expected noise levels and any schedule changes. We remain committed to transparent communication and to supporting students throughout this process.
Phases 2-4
If approved by the California State University Board of Trustees, phase 2鈥4 will follow with timelines and specific details to be determined.
Benefits
Evolve addresses 香蕉视频鈥檚 need for financially competitive on-campus housing by providing options for first-year, sophomore, upper-division and graduate students, while supporting the university鈥檚 two-year live-on requirement for non-local students. The project offers a cost-effective alternative to San Diego鈥檚 escalating rental market, helping to ensure financially competitive rates for students and financial sustainability. Evolve also supports 香蕉视频鈥檚 sustainability goals by reducing commuting and lowering carbon emissions.
By expanding housing capacity, enriching the student living experience and advancing environmental responsibility goals, Evolve provides a comprehensive solution to the university鈥檚 housing needs.
Environmental Impact Report
An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) has been prepared for the Evolve Student Housing Project. For more information, please see 香蕉视频鈥檚.
Past Public Meetings
Public information sessions were held throughout the proposed project period. Students, faculty, staff and members of the general public were invited to attend, and can also provide questions and comments to the Evolve project team by emailing [email protected].
Past meetings:
Wednesday, September 4, 2024: From 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Montezuma Hall located at the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, 6075 Aztec Circle Drive, San Diego, California 92182
Thursday, September 5, 2024: From 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. via
Contact Us
Your input is valuable. Share information with the Evolve project team by emailing [email protected].
The proposed student housing project is a multi-phase project designed to create a new first-year student community, a suite-style community, and apartment communities. The suite-style and apartments will replace existing apartments, and the first-year student community will be a new development. Completing the project in several phases will allow the university to create new beds before demolishing existing beds, ensuring that housing capacity is maintained throughout the construction process. The proposed on-campus housing facilities will be located at: 55th Street and Aztec Circle Drive for the new facilities, and at Montezuma Road and 55th Street, adjacent to the current University Towers property. The project will also result in a new amenity building, to be located at 55th Street and Aztec Circle Drive, to house student mail, dining and community spaces for students. Based on the staggered project plan, construction would begin in May 2025 upon approval, and end in December 2030 or later, resulting in housing for first-year students, sophomores and upper-division students. The new housing options will allow for an increased mix of double, and triple occupancy rooms to better accommodate diverse student housing preferences and needs.
For years, increasing numbers of junior, senior, and graduate students have indicated to 香蕉视频 that they would prefer to live on campus, and housing access is an important determinant of college choice. The project is not, however, designed to drive student enrollment, but to meet the existing and projected demand of students for the coming years.
The project was approved by the California State University鈥檚 Board of Trustees in May 2025. In advance of board approval, members of the 香蕉视频 and surrounding communities were provided opportunities to review the project plan, including the environmental review process known as the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and provide input.
Under CEQA, an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared to analyze the potential impacts of the student housing project on the environment. The EIR process began with a public scoping meeting, during which the public and resource agencies provided input on the specific environmental issues to be addressed in the EIR. The Draft EIR was made available for public review in early 2025.
Rent rates in San Diego have outpaced most other U.S. cities in recent years, making student housing increasingly unaffordable. In recent years, the rental market in San Diego saw an estimated increase between 8 to 11% annually. This project aims to provide more financially competitive rental rates for on-campus housing options for 香蕉视频 students. Also, research indicates that students who live in on-campus housing see enhanced academic performance, greater social engagement, ease in connecting to university resources and a stronger sense of belonging than do students who live off campus. Students living on campus have easier access to libraries, study centers, faculty offices, and academic support services, which can enhance their study habits and academic success. Campus housing often provides a more structured environment with designated quiet hours and study spaces, helping students focus on their academics. Students living on campus are also more likely to attend lectures, study groups and academic events. Research indicates that students who live on campus tend to experience a stronger sense of community and campus connection, achieve higher academic success, and graduate at higher rates compared to their off-campus peers.
Approximately 8,500 students currently live on campus at 香蕉视频. Our residential communities are designed to help students thrive both academically and personally as they transition to university life. On-campus living offers more than just convenience and social connections; it provides a comprehensive support system tailored to student success.
香蕉视频's residential communities feature live-in faculty and staff who are available to assist students with academic and personal challenges. Students also have access to STAR Centers, which offer a range of academic resources, including tutoring, study spaces, and workshops. Residential Learning Communities bring together students with shared interests or academic goals, creating smaller, more intentional communities that promote student success.
Additionally, our programming includes leadership development opportunities, career planning support, and peer advising, all designed to empower students as they navigate their university journey. These resources are integral to fostering a strong sense of community, enhancing academic achievement, and ensuring students are well-prepared for the opportunities the 香蕉视频 offers, including study abroad, internships and undergraduate research.
Yes. The university鈥檚 goal is to provide more students with on-campus housing options to accommodate growing demand The on-campus housing also aligns with the campus goals of reducing the scope 3 carbon emissions by reducing commuter trips. This will also allow the university to control rental costs for our students so they are not subject to rising San Diego rental prices, which have outpaced the cost of 香蕉视频 housing in many cases. Also, students enjoy academic benefits when they live on campus compared to their peers who live off campus, to include higher academic performance, higher graduation rates, and more involvement in university events and other campus activities. Importantly, Evolve Student Housing is not designed to drive more student enrollment, but to meet the projected housing demand for students in the coming years.
Priority will be given to the first-year and sophomore students who live outside of the local service area and are required to live on campus. Local first-year students will be the next group to be accommodated. Next will be transfer students. All other students will be accommodated as space is available.
While the International Student Center will be relocated prior to construction, there should be no other impacts to academic buildings or the services 香蕉视频 provides to students, faculty and staff.
The contractors will follow the city noise ordinances. In addition, the university will restrict the hours of operation of the contractors, particularly during specific periods of the academic year.
Students living on campus are documented to drive fewer miles and be less likely to bring a car to the campus than those who commute from off campus. Increased student housing on the campus reduces traffic and parking demand in the area.
Yes, there is sufficient parking at 香蕉视频. First-year students in on-campus housing are not authorized to get long-term (monthly/semester) parking permits; sophomores and upperclassmen living on campus are eligible to purchase a university parking pass for overnight parking in one of the parking structures/lots.
Yes, the contractor has experience constructing in active communities and will mitigate the disruptions and impacts to the neighbors. In addition, 香蕉视频 Housing is committed to minimizing the impact on current residents and ensuring a smooth transition during the construction phases of the Evolve project.
Phase 1 construction began in summer 2025 and will continue through fall 2027.
Phase 1A: Construction of Tarastec and Templo del Sol is underway, with both buildings expected to open in fall 2026.
Phase 1B: Construction of University Towers East will begin in early December 2025 and is expected to open in fall 2027.
Future phases (Phases 2鈥4) are planned over the next five years, pending approval.
The following student housing communities will be most impacted by construction:
Students living in The Tecs (Huaxtepec, Metepec, Mixquic, Toltec, Zacatepec and Zapotec), Hu膩xyacac and Chapultepec will experience construction impacts throughout both fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters.
Students living in University Towers and Aztec Corner will experience construction impacts starting in late December 2025 and continuing through the building鈥檚 expected opening in fall 2027.
During construction periods, students living in communities that are impacted by construction will notice increased noise and traffic during construction work hours.
For students living in The Tecs (Huaxtepec, Metepec, Mixquic, Toltec, Zacatepec and Zapotec), Hu膩xyacac and Chapultepec:
General Noise: Throughout the fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters, general construction noise will occur Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. A project superintendent will monitor sound levels using a decibel meter to help manage disruptions. Crews will begin arriving at 6 a.m., with efforts made to minimize noise until 7 a.m.
Concrete Pours: Throughout the fall 2025 semester, concrete pours will occur every Friday, Saturday and Monday, starting as early as 3 a.m. and continuing as late as 9 p.m. These activities will generate moderate noise from engines, machinery and equipment operations.
Schedule Changes: Some work may require schedule adjustments. Impacted students will be notified in advance of these activities.
Increased Activity: Expect more foot and vehicle traffic in the area and periodic changes to pedestrian walkways around buildings.
For students living in University Towers and Aztec Corner:
General Noise: From late December 2025 through August 2027, general construction noise will occur Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. A project superintendent will monitor sound levels using a decibel meter to help manage disruptions. Crews will begin arriving at 6 a.m., with efforts made to minimize noise until 7 a.m.
Concrete Pours: From March through Oct. 2026, concrete pours will occur every Friday, Saturday and Monday, starting as early as 3 a.m. and continuing as late as 9 p.m. These activities will generate moderate noise from engines, machinery and equipment operations.
Schedule Changes: Some work may require schedule adjustments. Impacted students will be notified in advance of these activities.
Increased Activity: Expect more foot and vehicle traffic in the area and periodic changes to pedestrian walkways around your building.
We understand that living near an active construction area can be challenging, and we want impacted students to know that their comfort and academic success remain a top priority. The Office of Housing Administration and Residential Education Office are committed to supporting impacted students throughout the year and minimizing the impact wherever possible. Here鈥檚 how we鈥檙e helping:
Regular Updates: Impacted students will receive updates about construction and any schedule changes directly to their @sdsu email address.
Community Events: Events will be hosted in residential areas to give impacted students the chance to hear directly from the construction team, learn more about the project timeline and ask questions. These events will include presentations, optional site tours, opportunities to share feedback and free food and giveaways.
Noise Support: To help reduce the impact of construction noise, complimentary earplugs will be available year-round at the impacted community front desks. Students are encouraged to bring additional items like sound machines or noise-canceling headphones to help create a more comfortable living environment.
Quiet During Finals: We are coordinating closely with the construction team to minimize noise and activity during fall and spring final exam periods. All exterior work will be reviewed in advance to ensure that no disruptive activity will occur during finals week.