Last Updated: February 11, 2026
Contact Information
Main Contact: Application Assistance Line
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.
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- What is Affordable Housing?
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- How does the developer decide if I am eligible for affordable housing and what is AMI?
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University Neighborhood Apartments
Satellite Affordable Housing Association(SAHA)/Satellite Housing, Inc.
1721 University Avenue Berkeley, CA 94703
Building Description
Wait list is open Feb. 11 – 18, 2026
The link to the online application will be posted here on February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM.
Eligibility
- Head of household must be at least 18 years or older, or legally emancipated at the time of application.
The waiting list for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units at University Neighborhood Apartments opens on February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026.
Paper applications will be available for pick up at 1721 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703 at these times:
- Wednesday, February 11, 2026: 9am –12pm, 1pm – 4pm
- Wednesday, February 18, 2026: 9am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
Paper applications must be mailed to the address listed on the application and received by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026. Please call the number above for assistance.
A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. The top 500 applications will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.
Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email UNA@sahahomes.org or call the number (844) 670-5924.
Min. income 2X the rent. Wheelchair accessible. Unit includes: Wide doorways/hallways; low countertops, cabinets, and keyholes; extra floor space to accommodate a wide turning radius; roll-in showers. Play structure for children and 4th floor terrace, with views of the Bay Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge. Assigned parking.
- Water, garbage and PGE are paid.
- Credit and background 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 co-signers
- Will not work with previous eviction less then 5 years
- Will work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Program
- Near public transportation
- Near schools and shops
- Pets allowed with a $200. deposit.
Availability posted: 2/11/2026
Unit Description
1 Bdrm Apt. Rent $899. Dep.equal to rent. Min. income 2X the rent. Wheelchair accessible.
February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. Please visit
www.sahahomes.org/apply for more information. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online
applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026.
• Applications will also be available online to print. Paper applications will be available for pick up at 1721
University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703 at these times: Wednesday, February 11, 2026: 9am –12pm, 1pm –
4pm; Wednesday, February 18, 2026: 9am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm. Paper applications must be mailed to the
address listed on the application and received by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026.
• A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. The top 500 applications will be
placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to
process the next applications in lottery order.
• Only complete and original applications will be accepted. Only one application per household. Duplicate
applications will not be entered into the lottery. The 24-hour support phone line will open on February
11, 2026 at 9:00 AM and close on February 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Please call the phone number above or
email UNA@sahahomes.org for assistance.
• We will evaluate the individual circumstances of each application, will consider additional information
submitted by the applicant, and will provide reasonable accommodations when requested, verified, and
necessary. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Unit includes: Wide doorways/hallways; low countertops, cabinets, and keyholes; extra floor space to accommodate a wide turning radius; roll-in showers. Play structure for children and 4th floor terrace, with views of the Bay Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge. Assigned parking.
- Water, garbage and PGE are paid.
- Credit and background 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 co-signers
- Will not work with previous eviction less then 5 years
- Will work with Rental Assistance Program (RAP)
- Near public transportation
- Near schools and shops
- Pets allowed with a $200. deposit.
Availability posted: 2/11/2026
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 30%
Minimum Income Limit: $1,798
Disability Type Restrictions: Any
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: $899
Security Deposit: Equal to rent
Pets Deposit: $200
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None