Last Updated: August 20, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Eden Housing
Contact Phone: (510) 359-5665
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Building Description
Timber Senior Housing
Location: 37660 Timber Street, Newark, CA 94560
Contact Number: (510) 359-5665
Email: timberseniorhousing@edenhousing.org
1 Bedroom – Rent $1,346.
Deposit $500 – $1460.
Reserved for Seniors 55+ Eden Housing is accepting applications until September 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM. APPLY ONLINE or DOWNLOAD APPLICATION AT https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/91370422-93cf-45fc-bfff-8733e2ab7408/timber_senior_housing_37660_timber_street_newark_ca
Timber Street Senior will provide 79 units of new affordable housing for seniors in a convenient location in Newark, CA. The project will redevelop a 1-acre site and fulfill the city’s vision of transforming the surrounding neighborhood from light industrial and warehouse space to a vibrant, walkable residential neighborhood.
Minimum Income 2X the rent. Units include Bath, Stove, Refrigerator, Air Condition, Heating/Cooling. Property Amenities: Indoor Community Lounge and Kitchen, Computer Lab, Community Laundry Room, Elevators, Controlled Access and Security Features, Courtyard with Community Garden, EV Chargers. Services Offered: On-Site Health and Wellness Services.
- Paid Utilities – Tenant pays all utilities.
- Non-Refundable $35 Application Fee per applicant age 18 and over. Due at interview.
- Background Check included in Credit Check.
- Section 8, including Housing Choice Vouchers and other recognized 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 use of the subsidy.
- Does not work with Cosigners.
- Previous Evictions – Inquire
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- Cats and small dogs are welcome. Pet Deposit: Inquire
- Non-Smoking Community.
Posted: 08/18/2025