Last Updated: April 19, 2023
Contact Information
Main Contact: Mignon Wilkerson
Contact Phone: (510) 832-1684
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?
Marcus Garvey Commons
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
721 A Wood Street Oakland, CA 94607
Building Description
Dep. is 1X's the amount of rent-Inquire. Income Requirements apply. Minimum Annual Income Requirement: $43,943/year. Maximum Income Requirement is 60% of AMI. ADA Accessible; wheelchair accessible. MUST INQUIRE REGARDING RENT AMOUNTS AND INCOME REQUIREMENTS DUE TO THEY ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Single adults can qualify for 1bedrooms. Unit includes: Bath, Stove, Refrigerator, Coin-operated Laundry Facilities, Disposal, Parking, private rear patios, shared front yards, and an outdoor children’s play area. Community Room, Courtyard/Garden. Near public transportation. $35 key deposit. Total of 22 units in bldg. EBALDC accepts Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) for its BMR units.
To request an application or for more information email igraham@ebaldc.org or call Office: 510-832-1684/ Cell 510-289-9578, TTY: 711
Posted: 03/03/2023
- Garbage is paid
- Credit Check Fee $27.75. For Project Based Section 8 credit check is free
- 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
- No Previous Evictions
- May work with Rental Assistance Program
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Bird and Fish Allowed. Pets may be accepted with agreement
To request an application or for more information email igraham@ebaldc.org or call Office: 510-832-1684/ Cell 510-289-9578, TTY: 711
Posted: 03/03/2023
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