Last Updated: August 27, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Leasing Agent
Contact Phone: (510) 328-3941
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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- 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)?
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- What is a sober living home?
- What is Transitional housing?
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- 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
The Edge
2480 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Contact Leasing Agent
(510) 328-3941, Due to high call volume, you may hear a message.
Email: tony@laphamcompany.com
4 Bedroom – Rent $1878 per month.
Security Deposit $1878 – $1879 or one month’s rent may be higher for lower credit scores.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS until SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM. APPLY ONLINE or DOWNLOAD APPLICATION at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/bd2ac669-0ed6-4fa3-94cd-8fbd2cda54e4/the_edge_2480_bancroft_way_berkeley_ca
Min. Income Requirement 2X the monthly rent. Wheelchair Access: Inquire. Unit includes: 2 Baths, inquire regarding amenities.
- Paid Utilities: Inquire
- Application Fee is $35 per applicant age 18 and over. Due at interview.
- Criminal Background Check – Property will comply with Berkeley Fair Chance Housing Ordinance.
- 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.
- Cosigners: Inquire
- Evictions: Inquire
- Deposit/Rental Assistance Programs: Inquire
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- Pets: Inquire
Posted: 08/27/2025