Casa Arabella
3611 E. 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 698-4857
Email: casaarabella@ebaldc.org
WAITING LIST OPEN
Opening Date: March 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM Closing Date: March 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES: 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Units Available
The waiting list is being opened to fill all unit types at the property, including: Project-Based (PBV) Units: Project Based Voucher (PBV) Units – PBV units are subsidized through the Oakland Housing Authority (OHA). Rent is based on 30% of adjusted household income as determined by OHA. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Other affordable (non-PBV) units
APPLY ONLINE at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/e808aa48-665b-4b4a-83e9-10df9e1a3447/casa_arabella_3611_e_12_th_st_oakland_ca
Paper Pre-Applications: Available to print online or stop by the property management office to pick them up in person. Property Management address: 3611 E. 12th, Oakland, CA 94601
DOWNLOAD PRE-APPLICATION: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog
Mail Completed Paper Applications to 3611 E. 12th, Oakland, CA 94601. Paper application must be received by the deadline.
Eligibility Requirements: Household must meet occupancy standards. Annual household income must be at or below income limits set by various regulatory agencies. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply; All requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered.
For more information, visit www.ebaldc.org and navigate to “How to Apply” or call Housing Info Line: (510) 306-1621. Languages Available: Spanish, Chinese
Casa Arabella Management and Marketing Plan 2026
Flyer languages available: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog
Online Instructions and Registration Guide
Rent Amounts:
1 Bedrooms/1 Bath
PBV units (deposit amount=$500): rent amount determined by housing authority
Tax Credit Units (Deposit equal to one month’s rent): 30% AMI- $782; 50% AMI – $1381; 60% AMI – $1681; 100% AMI – $2879
2 Bedrooms/1 Bath
Tax credit units (Deposit equal to one month’s rent): 50% AMI- $1634, 60% AMI- $1994, 100% AMI – $3432
3 Bedrooms/1 Bath
PBV units (deposit amount=$900): rent amount determined by housing authority
Tax credit units (deposit equal to one month’s rent): 50% AMI- $1867, 60% AMI- $2283
Minimum Income Requirement
PBV units: no minimum income, maximum income based on household size and unit AMI
Tax Cred Units – See below chart:
HOUSEHOLD MAXIMUM INCOME: For income calculations, household size includes everyone (all ages) living in the unit.
| Household Size | 30% AMI unit | 40% AMI unit | 50% AMI unit | 60% AMI unit | 100% AMI unit |
| 1 | $33,570 per year | $44,760 per year | $55,950 per year | $65,662 per year | $111,850 per year |
| 2 | $38,370 per year | $51,160 per year | $63,950 per year | $75,037 per year | $127,850 per year |
| 3 | $43,170 per year | $57,560 per year | $71,950 per year | $84,412 per year | $143,800 per year |
| 4 | $47,940 per year | $63,920 per year | $79,900 per year | $93,787 per year | $159,800 per year |
| 5 | $51,780 per year | $69,040 per year | $86,300 per year | $101,325 per year | $172,600 per year |
| 6 | $55,620 per year | $74,160 per year | $92,700 per year | $108,825 per year | $185,350 per year |
| 7 | $59,460 per year | $79,280 per year | $99,100 per year | $116,325 per year | $198,150 per year |
Wheelchair Accessible. Unit includes dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, stove top, and garbage disposal.
- Garbage and Water are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $26 (for non-PBV applicants ONLY). Background Check Required.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- 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 work with Previous Evictions. Please see below from Casa Arabella marketing plan regarding past evictions:
- Prior evictions or poor rental history will not automatically result in denial. The following apply:
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- Evictions older than five (5) years will not be considered unless a pattern of repeated evictions raises current tenancy concerns.
- Evictions for non-payment will be evaluated considering current income stability and readiness to maintain housing; applicants may submit evidence of mitigating circumstances such as illness, income loss, or domestic violence.
- Evictions related to criminal activity or safety concerns may be considered only if they occurred within the past five (5) years and pose a direct risk to resident safety. Criminal history–related evictions in Oakland and Richmond will be reviewed in full compliance with Fair Chance Housing laws.
- Applicants are encouraged to submit documentation of participation in rental assistance or supportive service programs promoting housing stability.
- Does not work with Cosigners.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- No pets allowed, only service or companion animal allowed.