San Diego State University broke ground Wednesday on Avalon Mission Valley, the first residential and retail development at SDSU Mission Valley.

AvalonBay Communities is the developer of the project, which will create 621 apartments ranging from studio to three-bedroom units, east of Snapdragon Stadium in the existing Orange Lot.

"This development is designed primarily for our neighbors, our community, and for San Diego residents," SDSU President Adela de la Torre said. "Together with our civic and community partners, we're creating a dynamic, walkable neighborhood that links transit, recreation, and innovation, unlocking opportunity and access for all."

When completed, Avalon Mission Valley is also scheduled to include around 30,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space, anchored by

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