Last Updated: November 08, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: James Lee Court
Contact Phone: (510) 893-7601
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Building Description
James Lee Court
690 15th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Contact Erica Glotzer, Property Manager
(510) 893-7601, Due to high call volume, you may hear a message.
Email: jlc@vcmgmt.org
Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
3 Bdrm Apt – $2,350 per month.
Deposit $2,350. Equal to one month’s rent.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL NOVEMBER 14, 2025 AT 5:00 PM. APPLY ONLINE OR DOWNLOAD APPLICATION AT https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/40c231dd-965a-470d-8c49-7f6cc74e2701/james_lee_court_690_15_th_street_oakland_ca
or PICK UP APPLICATION at 690 15th Street, Oakland, CA 94612.
James Lee Court is a twenty-six unit housing complex in North Oakland. Common areas include an open court area, gated parking, laundry facilities, a community room, and support services. Accessible units are available for individuals with mobility impairments. Other accessibility modifications may also be requested. Unit Amenities: Wall Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove. Property Amenities: On-Site Laundry Facility, Community Room, Resident Services, Parking Garage, Gated Community, Close to Freeway, Elevator.
- Inquire regarding utilities paid.
- Inquire regarding Credit Check.
- Housing Choice Vouchers, Section 8, and other valid rental assistance programs will be considered for this property. In the case of a valid rental subsidy, the required minimum income will be based on the portion of the rent that the tenant pays after the use of the subsidy.
- Inquire regarding cosigner.
- No Evictions. No negative rental history.
- Inquire regarding Rental/Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near Public Transportation.
- No Smoking Policy.
- No Pet Policy.