If you’ve recently taken a ride along the Green Line through Mission Valley, you may have noticed something exciting happening just beyond the trolley windows—construction is back in full swing. What was once the familiar Riverwalk Golf Club is now evolving into something much bigger: a vibrant, walkable community that promises to reshape the heart of San Diego.
After a brief pause in 2024 due to shifting financial conditions, the $4 billion Riverwalk project is officially moving forward again. Backed by fresh financing and renewed confidence from developers, this ambitious plan is more than just a construction project—it’s a long-term vision for how urban living in Mission Valley can look and feel.
So, what exactly is coming?
The Riverwalk development will span roughly 200 acres, transforming the area into a dynamic neighborhood where people can live, work, shop, and relax—all in one place. The first phase alone will bring over 700 apartments and townhomes, including both market-rate and affordable housing options. Alongside these homes, plans include a village green, retail spaces anchored by a grocery store, and a brand-new trolley station to improve connectivity.
But that’s just the beginning.
Once completed, Riverwalk is expected to feature around 4,300 homes, over 150,000 square feet of retail, and up to one million square feet of office space. What really sets the project apart, though, is its emphasis on outdoor living. Nearly half the site will be dedicated to parks and open space, including a large regional park, restored river habitats, and an extension of the River Trail—creating a greener, more accessible environment for residents and visitors alike.
For locals and commuters, the transformation is already becoming visible. Watching the progress from the trolley offers a front-row seat to a rare kind of urban evolution—one that blends modern development with environmental restoration and community-focused design.
There’s also a sense of anticipation in the air. This isn’t just about new buildings; it’s about creating a neighborhood from the ground up. A place where people can stroll through parks, grab groceries nearby, hop on transit, and feel connected to both nature and city life.
With the first phase targeted for completion in the coming years, Riverwalk is steadily moving from vision to reality. And whether you’re passing by on the trolley or planning to call it home someday, it’s clear that Mission Valley is on the cusp of something transformative.
Stay tuned—this is one development story that’s just getting started.
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