El Cerrito Plaza BART Transit-Oriented Development

El Cerrito, California

El Cerrito Plaza BART Transit-Oriented Development is a transformative mixed-use project located on the surface parking lots of the El Cerrito Plaza BART station, designed to revitalize the city's downtown core. The master plan includes 743 new housing units across six buildings, with 47% designated as affordable, alongside commercial space, public open areas, and the potential for a new 20,000-square-foot public library. Key features include sustainable design, multimodal transportation enhancements, and significant community amenities. As of November 2025, the project is approved and entering its first phase of construction, with full build-out expected by the end of 2029.