Salinas, CA — [1/5/2026] — CHISPA (Community Housing Improvement Systems and Planning Association, Inc.), the largest private nonprofit housing developer based in Monterey County, announced today the purchase of the historic property located at 295 Main Street, Salinas, CA 93901, reinforcing the organization’s long-term commitment to downtown Salinas and the communities it serves.

Originally built nearly a century ago, in 1926, the building is part of Salinas’ early 20th-century commercial history and has been documented through the City of Salinas historic resources survey. Located in the heart of downtown, the property has long contributed to the civic and economic life of Main Street.

Today, the building hosts CHISPA’s main administrative offices, serving as the operational hub for the organization’s affordable housing development, property management, and resident services that support more than 1,500 housing units and community developments across the Central Coast.

“The acquisition of 295 Main Street is both a strategic investment and a meaningful preservation of local history,” said Geoffrey Morgan, President and CEO of CHISPA. “This building has served the Salinas community for over a century, and we are proud to continue that legacy by using it to advance our mission of creating healthy communities through affordable housing.”

The CHISPA Board of Directors praised the purchase as a reflection of the organization’s stability and continued growth.

“This acquisition demonstrates CHISPA’s long-term commitment to Salinas and thoughtful stewardship of community assets,” said Pfianna Cline, Chair of the CHISPA Board of Directors. “Owning our administrative headquarters strengthens our foundation and supports our ability to serve residents for generations to come.”

The purchase of 295 Main Street aligns with CHISPA’s broader strategic goals of sustainability, community investment, and responsible growth across Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties.

About CHISPA

Since 1980, CHISPA has developed more than 1,500 affordable apartments and 800 single-family homes in Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties. CHISPA manages all of its 33 apartment developments and supports residents with on-site classes and community services. CHISPA’s construction subsidiary, Central Coast Residential Builders, serves as the general contractor for all CHISPA construction. CHISPA is a 501(c)(3) California nonprofit corporation. Learn more at www.chispahousing.org.

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