Senior Units – 1 and 2 Bedroom Wait List Open in Oakland, CA until July 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Merrit Crossing Senior Apartments
609 Oak Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Contact Leasing Agent: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates
Contact Number: (855) 768-5079, Due to high call volume, you may hear a message.
Email: merritt@sahahomes.org
2 Bdrm at 30% AMI: Rent 30% of Income      
1 Bdrm at 35% AMI: Rent 30% of Income        
1 Bdrm at 40% AMI: Rent 30% of Income        
1 Bdrm at 45% AMI: Rent 30% of Income        
Deposit $0
 
WAIT LIST OPEN until JULY 23, 2025. APPLY ONLINE or DOWNLOAD APPLICATION at
For more information, please click on the flyer below:
Eligibility
  • Head of household, spouse, or cohead of household must be age 62 years or older at the time of application. Applicants must also be Currently Homeless.
Paper applications available for pick up at 609 Oak Street, Oakland, CA 94607 at the following times:
  • Weekdays during the Waiting List Opening
  • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
* Paper applications must be received at the address listed on the application by 5:00 PM on July 23, 2025.
Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email Merritt@sahahomes.org or call (855) 768-5079.
No Min. Income.  Wheelchair Ok. Unit Includes: bath, stove, refrigerator. Property Amenities: On-Site Property Management and Supportive Services, Community Room, Outdoor Patio, Laundry Facility, Controlled Access.
  • Garbage, Water are paid.
  • No fee for Credit Check.
  • 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.
  • No Evictions.
  • Works with Rental/Deposit Assistance Program.
  • Near Public Transportation and shops. A few blocks from popular Chinatown and Downtown Oakland. Easy access to Lake Merritt BART Station, AC Transit bus lines and Oakland Museum.
  • No smoking in the unit or on the property.
  • Certain pets are allowed. Residents must apply, the animal must be approved, and there is a $200 pet deposit.
Posted: 07/10/2025