Multifamily Component Kicks Off Belmar Project

"We are very excited that McStain has chosen to be part of Belmar," says Eliza Prall, director of marketing and community development for Belmar. "McStain is nationally recognized for its environmentally responsible community design and home building practices, a philosophy that we share."

McStain row homes range from two to five bedrooms and 1,400 to 2,200 sf. About half of the homes will feature penthouses with rooftop decks. Prices begin from the mid-$200,000s. McStain will begin construction this spring, with homes available for sale starting in September.

"One of the key factors in choosing to build at Belmar was a shared vision, with master developer Continuum, of a community where people live, work, shop and play," says Eric Wittenberg, president of McStain Neighborhoods. "We see increased demand from consumers seeking a living environment that is conducive to strong social interaction—-and Belmar will be that type of community."

Continuum is constructing 12 one-story, one-bedroom units above retail space. The loft-style condominiums, which are approximately 1,020 sf with 10-ft ceilings, off-street parking, and terraces or balconies, begin at $233,000. They will be available in May.

Initially, three types of rental homes will be available. Included in the first phase are eight 1,200-sf townhome-style apartments located over street-level retail that will be available in May.

Also available will be 43 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments over ground-floor retail space ranging from 650 to 1,000 sf. Rents on these units will be set in May. The remaining 66 apartments are one-, two- and three-bedroom units and range from 650 to 1,000 sf. These units will be available at the end 2004.

When completed, Belmar will have more than 1,300 homes including townhomes, loft-style condominiums, live/work units and a variety of apartments. The first phase of Belmar will open May 14. The 104-acre development is at Wadsworth Boulevard and West Alameda Avenue.