Last Updated: February 19, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Representative Fargo Senior Center
Contact Phone: (510) 351-1103
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Building Description
Fargo Senior Center
868 Fargo Ave San Leandro CA 94579
Email: fsr@cchnc.org
Phone: 510-351-1103
510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Studios and 1 bedroom. Income Requirement is 2X the amount of rent. Deposit is 1x the amount of rent. (Amounts are Subject to Change). There’s a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator. Tax Credit WAIT LIST Open. Sec. 8 Closed. Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Amenities: Service Coordination, Landscaped Grounds, Community Room, Onsite Laundry Room, Limited Parking. Maximum occupancy for 1-bedroom units is 3 people. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for the lunch program will be a donation. 29 units are subsidized units. Contact (510) 351-1103.
- $20 Utility Allowance. (Amounts are Subject to Change).
- No charge for credit check.
- Welcome Section 8.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case-by-case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit if they are smaller than 18 pounds.
Unit Description
1 bdrm Apt. Rent TBD. Dep. TBD. Min. Income 2X the amount of rent. Wheelchair Yes. Tax Credit WAIT LIST OPEN. Sec. 8 Closed.
Application Documents:
- Application Cover – Cover Page
- Application Form – Rental Application
Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Amenities: Service Coordination and Community Room, Onsite Laundry Room, Limited Parking. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for lunch program will be a donation. There's a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator.
- $28 Utility Allowance.
- No charge for credit check.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case by case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit as long as they are smaller than 18 pounds.
For more info.: Phone: 510-351-1103 | 510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Posted: 2/19/2025
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,164
Unit Restricted For: Seniors 62+
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 62 or Over
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $582
Security Deposit: $582
Pets Deposit: 300 smaller than 18 lbs
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
Unit Description
1 bdrm Apt. Rent TBD. Dep. TBD. Min. Income 2X the amount of rent. Wheelchair Yes. Tax Credit WAIT LIST OPEN. Sec. 8 Closed. Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Amenities: Service Coordination and Onsite Laundry Room, and Limited Parking. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for lunch program will be a donation. There's a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator.
- $28 Utility Allowance.
- No charge for credit check.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case by case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit as long as they are smaller than 18 pounds.
For more info.: Phone: 510-351-1103 | 510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Posted: 2/19/2025
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 35%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,360
Unit Restricted For: Seniors 62+
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 62 or Over
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $680
Security Deposit: $680
Pets Deposit: 300 smaller than 18 lbs
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
Unit Description
1 bdrm Apt. Rent TBD. Dep. TBD. Min. Income 2X the amount of rent. Wheelchair Yes. Tax Credit WAIT LIST OPEN. Sec. 8 Closed. Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Onsite Laundry Room, Limited Parking. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for lunch program will be a donation. There's a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator.
- $28 Utility Allowance.
- No charge for credit check.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case by case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit as long as they are smaller than 18 pounds.
For more info.: Phone: 510-351-1103 | 510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Posted: 2/19/2025
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 50%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,946
Unit Restricted For: Seniors 62+
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 62 or Over
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $973
Security Deposit: $973
Pets Deposit: 300 smaller than 18 lbs
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
Unit Description
Studio Apt. Rent TBD. Dep. TBD. Min. Income 2X the amount of rent. Wheelchair Yes. Tax Credit WAIT LIST OPEN. Sec. 8 Closed. Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Amenities: Service Coordination, Landscaped Grounds, Community Room, Onsite Laundry Room, Limited Parking. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for lunch program will be a donation. There's a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator.
- $20 Utility Allowance.
- No charge for credit check.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case by case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit as long as they are smaller than 18 pounds.
For more info.: Phone: 510-351-1103 | 510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Posted: 2/19/2025
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,086
Unit Restricted For: Seniors 62+
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 62 or Over
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $543
Security Deposit: $543
Pets Deposit: 300 under 18 lbs
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
Studio Apt. Rent TBD. Dep. TBD. Min. Income 2X the amount of rent. Wheelchair Yes. Tax Credit WAIT LIST OPEN. Sec. 8 Closed. Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Amenities: Service Coordination, Landscaped Grounds, Community Room, Onsite Laundry Room, Limited Parking. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for lunch program will be a donation. There's a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator.
- $20 Utility Allowance.
- No charge for credit check.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case by case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit as long as they are smaller than 18 pounds.
For more info.: Phone: 510-351-1103|510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Posted: 2/19/2025
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 35%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,268
Unit Restricted For: Seniors 62+
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 62 or Over
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $634
Security Deposit: $634
Pets Deposit: 300 under 18 lbs
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
Studio Apt. Rent TBD. Dep. TBD. Min. Income 2X the amount of rent. Wheelchair Yes. WAIT LIST OPEN. Sec. 8 Open. Unit includes: Bath, Electric Stove, Refrigerator, Wall to Wall Carpet, Blinds, Patios or Balconies, Air conditioning/Heat. Amenities: Service Coordination, Landscaped Grounds, Community Room, Onsite Laundry Room, Limited Parking. Senior services include social and recreational activities. Provide dinners or BBQ's several times a year, play bingo once a week. Tenants may order lunch through Spectrum Lunch Program Mondays through Thursdays with a 24-hour advance notice. The fee for lunch program will be a donation. There's a ramp for wheelchair access and also an elevator.
- $20 Utility Allowance.
- No charge for credit check.
- 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
- May work with cosigner on a case by case basis.
- Does not work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near Public Transportation. Located near Washington which is near shops.
- Pets allowed with $300 deposit as long as they are smaller than 18 pounds.
For more info.: Phone: 510-351-1103/510-351-1135 TTY: 711
Posted: 2/19/2025
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 50%
Minimum Income Limit: TBD
Unit Restricted For: Seniors 62+
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 62 or Over
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: POI
Security Deposit: $908
Pets Deposit: 300 under 18 lbs
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: Studio
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None