Last Updated: August 02, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Alma Apartments Leasing Office
Contact Phone: (650) 600-8885
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?
- How do you calculate your household income?
Building Description
WAIT LIST OPEN.
Income Requirement is 2X the rent. Wheelchair Access. Unit includes: Bath, Energy Star Appliances, Dining Area/Room, Refrigerator, Window Coverings. Amenities: Onsite Laundry Facility, Assigned Parking, Elevators, Community Room with Kitchen, Onsite Management, 24 Hour Maintenance on call staffing, Tot Lot, Secure Entries, Computer Lab.
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Contact No.: (650) 600-8885. Pick up application at site or call manager to request accommodation to mail.
Unit Description
3 Bdrm Apt – Rent $2,079. Dep $2,079. Minimum Income Requirement is 2X the rent. Wheelchair Access. WAIT LIST OPEN. Rent and Deposit are subject to change. Unit includes: Bath, Energy Star Appliances, Dining Area/Room, Refrigerator, Window Coverings. Amenities: Onsite Laundry Facility, Assigned Parking, Elevators, Community Room with Kitchen, Onsite Management, 24 Hour Maintenance on call staffing, Tot Lot, Secure Entries, Computer Lab.
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Contact No.: (650) 600-8885. Pick up application at site or call manager to request accommodation to mail.
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 50%
Minimum Income Limit: $4,158
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: $2,079
Security Deposit: $2,079
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 3 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 2
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
2 Bdrm Apt – Rent $1,806. Dep $1,806. Minimum Income Requirement is 2X the rent. Wheelchair Access. WAIT LIST OPEN. Rent and Deposit are subject to change. Unit includes: Bath, Energy Star Appliances, Dining Area/Room, Refrigerator, Window Coverings. Amenities: Onsite Laundry Facility, Assigned Parking, Elevators, Community Room with Kitchen, Onsite Management, 24 Hour Maintenance on call staffing, Tot Lot, Secure Entries, Computer Lab.
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Contact No.: (650) 600-8885. Pick up application at site or call manager to request accommodation to mail.
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 50%
Minimum Income Limit: $3,612
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: $1,806
Security Deposit: $1,806
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
1 Bdrm Apt – Rent $1,514. Dep $1,514. Minimum Income Requirement is 2X the rent. Wheelchair Access. WAIT LIST OPEN. Rent and Deposit are subject to change. Unit includes: Bath, Energy Star Appliances, Dining Area/Room, Refrigerator, Window Coverings. Amenities: Onsite Laundry Facility, Assigned Parking, Elevators, Community Room with Kitchen, Onsite Management, 24 Hour Maintenance on call staffing, Tot Lot, Secure Entries, Computer Lab.
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Contact No.: (650) 600-8885. Pick up application at site or call manager to request accommodation to mail.
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 50%
Minimum Income Limit: $3,028
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: $1,514
Security Deposit: $1,514
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
1 Bdrm Apt – Rent $1,353. Dep $1,353. Minimum Income Requirement is 2X the rent. Wheelchair Access. WAIT LIST OPEN. Rent and Depost are subject to change. Unit includes: Bath, Energy Star Appliances, Dining Area/Room, Refrigerator, Window Coverings. Amenities: Onsite Laundry Facility, Assigned Parking, Elevators, Community Room with Kitchen, Onsite Management, 24 Hour Maintenance on call staffing, Tot Lot, Secure Entries, Computer Lab.
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Contact No.: (650) 600-8885. Pick up application at site or call manager to request accommodation to mail.
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 45%
Minimum Income Limit: $2,706
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: $1,353
Security Deposit: $1,353
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 35%
Minimum Income Limit: $2,084
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: $1,042
Security Deposit: $1,042
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Tenant pays all utilities.
- Credit Check is $35 per adult.
- Section 8 Welcome.
- Please refer to: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf regarding Section 8, Vendor Pay and other housing subsidies.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- No Evictions.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools, Shops, Parks, Stanford Medical Center.
- Bird, Cat, Dog are allowed. Pet Deposit is $150.
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,774
Unit Restricted For: No Restrictions
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Not Restricted
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: $887
Security Deposit: $887
Pets Deposit: $150
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Refridgerator
Paid Utilities: None