Last Updated: November 15, 2024
Contact Information
Main Contact: Lion Creek Representative
Contact Phone: (510) 569-0239
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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)?
- What is an SRO?
- How do I find a roommate situation?
- What is a sober living home?
- What is Transitional housing?
- What if I find an apartment that’s available next month, but I don’t have a place to stay until then?
- What if I can afford the rent, but I can’t afford the security deposit?
- I have an eviction or bad credit on my record. Are there still housing options for me?
- What if I don’t meet income qualifications?
- I have a disability. Do I have a right to a Reasonable Accommodation?
- What is Section 8? How do I get it?
- What is Public Housing?
- I have fallen behind on my rent. How can I get help?
- What is rent control? Do all cities in Alameda County have it?
- How does the developer decide if I am eligible for affordable housing and what is AMI?
Building Description
WAIT LIST OPEN
Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities Paid
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more than 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Unit Description
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
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: 30% of Income
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 4 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 2
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
4 Bedroom – WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income rents. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. N Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 40%
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: TBD
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 4 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 2
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
3 Bedroom – WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income rents. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 40%
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: TBD
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 3 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 2
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
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: 30% of Income
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 3 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 2
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
2 Bedroom – WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income rents. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. N Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 50%
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: TBD
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1.5
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
2 Bedroom – WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income rents. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. N Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 40%
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: TBD
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1.5
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
2 Bedroom – WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income rents. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
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: 30% of Income
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1.5
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
1 Bedroom – WAIT LIST OPEN ONLY. Contact No.: 510-569-0239. Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income rents. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 40%
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: TBD
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
1 Bedroom-WAIT LIST OPEN – Rent ranges are determined by income and size of house hold-Inquire. Requires a deposit of 1X the amount of rent for units with 30% of income. Monthly income must be below 30% AMI for units where the rent amount is 30% of income; and below 50% for units that have rent ranges. Any convictions of Drugs or Violence is cause for rejection. Amenities: Onsite service coordinator, Computer Learning Center, Onsite laundry facilities, Controlled Access/Onsite Parking. Near Public Transportation. Applications for Wait List are available every day. IT IS BEST TO PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT 6888 LION WAY, OAKLAND, CA. DURING COVID-19 APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE PLACED IN DROP BOX. They will determine which unit an applicant is qualified for.
- Inquire regarding Utilities
- Credit check Required (bad credit does not necessarily mean rejection).
- 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Previous Evictions more that 3 years
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Pets-Inquire
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
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: Inquire
Security Deposit: 1X amount of rent
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Dishwasher, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None