Focal Investment to Build Noya Eucalyptus in Inglewood
The 75-unit residential development will replace an existing 12-unit property on North Eucalyptus Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Commercial
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Focal Investment plans to construct Noya Eucalyptus, a four-story residential project at 925 North Eucalyptus Avenue in Inglewood, with a groundbreaking date set for the second quarter of 2027. The project will replace an existing 12-unit residential property.
Why it matters
The development utilizes density bonus incentives to increase housing capacity, adding new supply to a corridor expected to see further growth through upcoming general plan updates.
The development includes 60 apartments and 15 multifamily accessory dwelling units, supported by parking for 85 vehicles. It is mandated to include 5 very low-income and 5 moderate-income units.
The players
Focal Investment
Focal Investment is the real estate development firm responsible for the planning and execution of the Noya Eucalyptus residential project.
Ware Malcomb
Ware Malcomb is an international design firm that provides architecture, planning, and interior design services for commercial and residential developments.
The details
Designed by Ware Malcomb, the complex will feature a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments alongside amenities like a resident lounge, fitness center, and rooftop deck. The project site is located near Centinela Avenue, an area identified for future rezoning under the city's general plan update.
Timeline
Project construction is scheduled to break ground in the second quarter of 2027.
Culture Shift
This development reflects the broader move toward densification in Southern California, where transit-oriented and corridor-based residential projects are increasingly replacing low-density legacy housing. It illustrates how developers are leveraging zoning incentives to overcome land scarcity in established urban neighborhoods.
Residents should anticipate increased construction activity on North Eucalyptus Avenue beginning in 2027 as the older 12-unit property is cleared for the new facility. The project will eventually offer 75 residential units, helping to expand local housing options in the Inglewood market.
The takeaway
Large-scale residential projects like Noya Eucalyptus demonstrate the ongoing transition toward higher density in established urban corridors. Homebuyers and renters should monitor how these new developments influence local inventory and broader neighborhood accessibility.
Further reading
For more information on regional development projects, visit Inglewood Commercial.
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