Last Updated: September 25, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Flicker Bird Homes
Contact Phone: (855) 521-2671
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.
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Flicker Bird Homes
Satellite Affordable Housing Association(SAHA)/Satellite Housing, Inc.
3050 International Boulevard Oakland, CA 94601
Building Description
- Tuesdays, September 30 and October, 7
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Flicker Bird Homes
3050 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94601
Phone: (855) 521-2671| California Relay Service (CRS): 711
2 Bdrm Rent $1078 – Resource Num: 95226683
2 Bdrm Rent $1438 – Resource Num: 95226691
3 Bdrm Rent $1246 – Resource Num: 95226692
3 Bdrm Rent $1662 – Resource Num: 95226693
2 Bdrm Rent $1797 – Resource Num: 95226696
3 Bdrm Rent $2077 – Resource Num: 95226694
Security Deposit is equal to one month of rent.
The waiting list for 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units at Flicker Bird Homes has reopened on September 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM. If you have already applied to the first waiting list opening, there is no need to complete a second application.
Applications for the reopening will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on October 8, 2025. Please visit www.sahahomes.org/apply for more information.
Paper applications are available for pick up at the off-site location: 540 21st Street, Oakland, CA 94612 at the following times:
- Head of household must be age 18 years or older, or legally emancipated, at the time of application.
- Paid Utilities: Inquire
- No Credit check fee
- Background check required – no fee.
- Welcomes Section 8
- 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
- Inquire about co-signers
- Inquire regarding evictions.
- Certain pets are allowed. Residents must apply, the animal must be approved, and there is a $200 pet deposit.
Paper applications will also be available to print online. Paper applications must be received at the address listed on the application by October 8, 2025. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. Please call the number above for assistance.
Paper applications are NOT available at the property site. The property is currently under construction. Do NOT attempt to enter the construction site.
For more information on eligibility, please click the flyer below:
Eligibility
A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. All applicants will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.
The 24-hour support phone line will open on September 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM and close on October 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Please call the number above for assistance.
2-bedroom and 3-bedroom tax-credit units. Deposit 1x rent. Minimum Income 2X the rent. Wheelchair OK. Units includes stove and refrigerator. Mailbox Room, On-site Laundry, Parking Garage, Community Room with Computer Stations, Outdoor Courtyard with Play Structure, Bike Storage. 76 Units
Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email FlickerBird@sahahomes.org or call (855) 521-2671.
Visit our website for additional information: sahahomes.org/apply
