Last Updated: June 20, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Vivian Yee, Property Manager
Contact Phone: (510) 893-2998
Be aware that most listings for affordable housing have waiting lists. We encourage you to apply to as many as possible so we hope you will check the website once a month for new listings. To obtain an application contact the property manager or go to the property management office.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Affordable Housing?
- The listing I am interested in has a waitlist. How long are these waitlists, usually?
- What are immediate affordable housing opportunities in Alameda County (without waiting lists)?
- What is an SRO?
- How do I find a roommate situation?
- What is a sober living home?
- What is Transitional housing?
- What if I find an apartment that’s available next month, but I don’t have a place to stay until then?
- What if I can afford the rent, but I can’t afford the security deposit?
- I have an eviction or bad credit on my record. Are there still housing options for me?
- What if I don’t meet income qualifications?
- I have a disability. Do I have a right to a Reasonable Accommodation?
- What is Section 8? How do I get it?
- What is Public Housing?
- I have fallen behind on my rent. How can I get help?
- What is rent control? Do all cities in Alameda County have it?
- How does the developer decide if I am eligible for affordable housing and what is AMI?
- How do you calculate your household income?
Building Description
Westlake Christian Terrace East
251 28th Street Oakland CA 94611
Email: wcte@cchnc.org
Phone: 510-893-2998
Fax: 510-922-1026
Restricted Studio - Age 62 or Over (30% of Income) - Resource Num: 54427721
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS For SECTION 8 STUDIOS
Starting September 10th, through October 8th 2024!
For Section 8 Marketing Flyer Download:
- English – WCTE English Marketing Flyer
- Spanish – WCTE Spanish Marketing Flyer
Section 8 Application for Download: WCTE S8 Application For Housing
Studio and 1 bdrm Apt. Dep. TBD. RENT & DEPOSIT AMOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Wheelchair Yes. Tax Credit Waiting List is Closed. Section 8 Wait List is Open. Unit includes: Bath, Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal. Amenities: Coin-operated Laundromat. Assigned Parking, Onsite Service Coordination & Activity Planning through the Social Service Coordinator. Controlled Entry Access. Units: 200
- Water, Garbage are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $0.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 project-based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf
- Accepts cosigner.
- Inquire regarding Evictions.
- May work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near Public Transportation; 51 Bus Line/BART.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed under 25 lbs with $300 Pet Deposit.