Last Updated: June 05, 2023
Contact Information
Main Contact: Kottinger Place Leasing Office
Contact Phone: (925) 846-3050
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?
Building Description
WAIT LIST CLOSED. RESIDENCE FOR THE ELDERLY AND ELDERLY MOBILITY IMPAIRED. Minimum Income Requirement is $2490 and maximum income is $4980. RENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. INQUIRE AT LEASING OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION. Contact: (925) 846-3050 or email: kottingergardens@midpen-housing.org. Deposit is $300. Unit includes: fully equipped kitchen with gas range, refrigerator & garbage disposal. Amenities: Community Room with Kitchen, Computer Lounge & Fitness Center, BBQ Area, Bocce Ball Court & Community Gardens, Onsite Laundry Facility, Onsite Resident Services & Events, Parking.
- Garbage, Water are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $30.
- Welcomes 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
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- May work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near public transportation. Near recreation & shopping.
- No pets.