Last Updated: May 02, 2023
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Contact Phone: (510) 434-1492
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Kensington Gardens Apartments
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
1900 26th Avenue Oakland, CA 94601
Building Description
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years, Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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 Cosigners
- Will work with previous evictions prior to 3 years
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- No Pets
Posted 07/07/2021
Unit Description
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years, Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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 Cosigners
- Will work with previous evictions prior to 3 years
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- No Pets
Posted 07/07/2022
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
Minimum Income Limit: $3,571
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: None
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $1,375
Security Deposit: $1,375
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
- Utilities Paid are Water and Garbage
- Credit Check Fee $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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. To simplify no longer make the distinction if vendor pay welcome.
- Does Not Accept Cosigners
- Will work with previous evictions prior to 3 years
- May work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
Minimum Income Limit: Inquire
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: None
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $1,768
Security Deposit: $1,768
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Utilities Paid are Water and Garbage
- Credit Check Fee $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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 Cosigners
- Will work with previous evictions prior to 3 years
- May work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 60%
Minimum Income Limit: $3,669
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: None
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $1,473
Security Deposit: $1,473
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