Last Updated: May 01, 2023
Contact Information
Main Contact: Effie's House
Contact Phone: 510-410-1438
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Effie's House
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
829 E. 19th Street Oakland, CA 94606
Building Description
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $27.75
- 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 Accept Cosignor
- Will not work with Previous Evictions
- Will Work With Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation - One block to bus and 20 minute walk to Lake Merrit BART
- Near Schools and Shops
- Bird and fish are allowed
Posted: 04/03/2023
Unit Description
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $27.75
- 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 Accept Cosignor
- Will not work with Previous Evictions
- Will Work With Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation - One block to bus and 20 minute walk to Lake Merrit BART
- Near Schools and Shops
- Bird and fish are allowed
Posted: 04/03/2023
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 60%
Minimum Income Limit: $2,667
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: Bird
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $1,214
Security Deposit: $750
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: Studio
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $27.75
- 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 Accept Cosignor
- Will not work with Previous Evictions
- Will Work With Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation - One block to bus and 20 minute walk to Lake Merrit BART
- Near Schools and Shops
- Bird and fish are allowed
Posted: 04/03/2023
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 60%
Minimum Income Limit: $5,000
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: Bird
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $1,473
Security Deposit: $750
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None