Ventura Springs, a 120 unit affordable apartment complex for Veterans (Photo: Pacific Coast Land Design, Inc.)
Ventura Springs, an affordable and supportive housing complex for Veterans in East Ventura, is currently accepting applications through September 12, giving priority to homeless and low-income Veterans.
Located at 10866 Morning Glory Road, next to the Veterans Home of California, the development offers 122 apartment homes across 11 buildings on a 10-acre site. These units include one- to three-bedroom apartments, with two reserved for on-site staff. The community will also provide a variety of support services, including career development, mental health counseling, and case management.
This project, developed by Los Angeles-based nonprofits A Community of Friends and U.S. Vets, addresses the housing needs of Veterans in Ventura County, where around 50,000 Veterans reside. Ventura Springs is designed for Veterans and their families who earn between 30% and 60% of the area’s median income. The development features amenities such as a fitness center, business center, playground, community room, laundry facilities, and controlled access. The outdoor areas will include walking trails, courtyards, picnic spots, a community garden, and landscaped seating areas.
Ventura Mayor Joe Schroeder described the project as a significant achievement for the city, reflecting the community’s dedication to supporting Veterans after their service. Residents are expected to start moving in by September, with a grand opening set for February.
Ventura Springs is committed to creating a community atmosphere for Veterans, with plans to host events such as Veterans Day celebrations. A large community room with a kitchen and computer access will serve as a hub for residents to connect and find employment opportunities. Pedro Jauregui, national director of outreach at U.S. Vets, noted that the project will help Veterans reconnect with the camaraderie they experienced in the military, creating a space where they can support one another.
The development process began in 2018 when the Ventura City Council chose the co-developers. Funding for the $70.3 million project came from various sources, including a $1 million grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, $9.4 million from California’s Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention program, and $47.4 million from tax credit equity. Additional support came from the city of Ventura and state efforts, including the work of Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin to secure the land.
For more information, interested individuals can contact Ventura Springs by phone 805-869-6559, email venturaspringsleasing@acof.org, or visit the official website www.acof.org.
Author: Rikki Almanza
Rikki is a Web Content Coordinator for the American Legion, Department of California. With a deep-rooted connection to the military, a spouse who is a Navy veteran, a father who served in the Air Force for 25 years, and a grandfather who proudly served, Rikki is committed to using her skills and knowledge to provide valuable assistance and resources to servicemembers and veterans.