Last Updated: September 17, 2025
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Main Contact: Representative
Contact Phone: (510) 434-1492
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Kensington Gardens Apartments
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
1900 26th Avenue Oakland, CA 94601
Building Description
RENT/DEP. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Deposits are 1X the amount of rent. Maximum Income Requirement is determined by household size. Maximum Income Requirement is 50% of AMI. Income and other qualifications apply. Wheelchair accessible units on 1st floor. MUST COMPLETE APPLICATION ONLINE AT www.ebaldchaf.com select “Resident Login” and create an account to submit your application. LEASING DEPARTMENT WILL CONTACT YOU IF MEET REQUIREMENTS AND GIVE UPDATED INFORMATION. Units include: Bath, Stove, Refrigerator, Off Street Parking. Gated Controlled Access.
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years, Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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
- Does Not Accept Cosigners
- Will work with previous evictions prior to 3 years
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- No Pets
For more information email management at kensingtongardens@ebaldc.org or call: 510-434-1492; TTY: 711
Unit Description
1 Bedroom Apt-Rent Rent Range $1,473/Dep. 1X amount of rent. WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Income Requirements Apply-Inquire. Minimum Annual Income Requirement is $44,029. Maximum Income Requirement is 60% of AMI. Wheelchair accessible units on 1st floor. Market Rate Multi-Family Building. MUST COMPLETE APPLICATION ONLINE AT www.ebaldchaf.com select “Applicant Login” and create an account to submit your application. LEASING DEPARTMENT WILL CONTACT YOU IF MEET REQUIREMENTS AND GIVE UPDATED INFORMATION. Units include: Bath, Stove, Refrigerator, Off Street Parking. Gated Controlled Access.
- Utilities Paid are Water and Garbage
- Credit Check Fee $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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.
- Does Not Accept Cosigners
- Will work with previous evictions prior to 3 years
- May work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Posted: 06/17/2024
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 60%
Minimum Income Limit: $3,669
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: None
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $1,473
Security Deposit: $1,473
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None