SAN DIEGO — Pierce Education Properties has started construction of TOPAZ, a 169-bed student housing development located adjacent to the San Diego State University campus. Pierce Education Properties is developing the property in a joint venture with an undisclosed entity.
The community will offer 53 units in one- to four-bedroom configurations with bed-to-bath parity. Select units will offer upgrades, including two ‘penthouse’ units on the upper level, which will feature balconies and 70-inch smart televisions. Four units will include a billiards table in the common area along with a large sectional sofa.
Shared amenities are set to include landscaped courtyards; private study and conference rooms; a spa; lounge and game rooms; a fitness center; and vertical tanning booth.
The development will also include 10,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space, with tenants set to include McDonald’s, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, Jimmy John’s and Dunkin’ Donuts. Units are currently being pre-leased at the property, which is scheduled for completion in August 2023.