Part 8/10:
Possible Solutions and the Reality of Affordable Housing
Amidst the crisis, ideas surrounding affordable housing continue to surface, with some local leaders, like Supervisor Aaron Peskin, suggesting that the city should intervene in acquiring the struggling properties. However, many experts express skepticism about the feasibility of these initiatives—particularly given the city’s economic constraints and long-standing problems regarding housing supply.
While the demand for housing remains high, any attempts to create affordable housing solutions must grapple with broader market realities where costs far outpace wages—a tension that is ever-present in high-demand cities like San Francisco.