The Joyce Apartments

Originally constructed in 1911, the renovated The Joyce hotel provides 66 low-income, single-occupancy units with kitchenettes and shared bathrooms. The main level contains support offices and a clinic to provide medical services. Seismic upgrades were made to the unreinforced masonry structure, all building systems were replaced, and a new elevator was installed. Exterior brickwork was repointed and cleaned, and the upper story windows were replaced. The storefront was reconstructed to provide pedestrian weather protection and visual interest.

Originally built in 1912 as Hotel Treves, the building referred to as the Joyce Hotel provided low-cost accommodations for over a century, serving both transient guests and long-term residents. Though not formally designated as a historic property, the Joyce became a vital housing option for individuals with limited choices, offering affordable rates, flexible lengths of stay, and minimal screening requirements. After years of continuous use, the building had fallen into significant disrepair and was in need of extensive rehabilitation.