Nearly 800 homes being built in Somerton

SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY/T3) - In Somerton, nearly 800 new housing units, including houses and apartments, are planned over the next five years.

The first three projects ready to break ground include Somerton 1898 with 54 homes, Las Estrellas Phase Seven with 104 homes, and a multifamily complex with 150 apartments.

City leaders say this will fuel both residential and economic growth.

"This will really help us support our infrastructure. If we're bringing in new retail to the community, we have to balance that with housing growth so that it all works hand in hand," said Louie Galaviz, Somerton City Manager.

City officials say these developments will be key to attracting national chains and new retailers, alongside recent projects like the new high school.