Last Updated: February 03, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Emerald Estates
Contact Phone: 510-922-1498
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Emerald Estates
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
71 10th Street Oakland, CA 94607
Building Description
Deposits are determined by Unit Size through OHA otherwise deposit is 1X the Amount of Rent. RENT/DEP. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Minimum Income Requirement depends on unit size. Maximum Income Requirement depends on household size. To apply, Click Here, select “Applicant Login” and create an account to submit your application. For more information email management at emeraldestates@ebaldc.org or call 510-922-1498, or pick up an application at 1825 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 200, Oakland, CA. Emerald Estates is an existing 33-unit market-rate apartment complex located in Oakland’s Chinatown. This property is at a three story walk up apartment building featuring 33 spacious units comprised of 10-Studios, 15 1-bedrooms and 8 2-bedroom apartments. Units include: bath, stove, refrigerator, off street parking and on-site laundry.
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $26
- Background Check – Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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
- Will work with Previous Evictions prior to 3 years
- Will not work with Cosignor
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Posted: 11/13/2024
Unit Description
Studio - Rent $1635/Deposits are determined by Unit Size through OHA otherwise deposit is 1X the Amount of Rent. RENT/DEP. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Minimum Income Requirement is $46,715/year. Maximum Income Requirement depends on household size. To apply, Click Here, select “Applicant Login” and create an account to submit your application. For more information email management at emeraldestates@ebaldc.org or call 510-922-1498, or pick up an application at 1825 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 200, Oakland, CA. Emerald Estates is an existing 33-unit market-rate apartment complex located in Oakland’s Chinatown. This property is at a three story walk up apartment building featuring 33 spacious units comprised of 10-Studios, 15 1-bedrooms and 8 2-bedroom apartments. Units include: bath, stove, refrigerator, off street parking and on-site laundry.
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $26
- Background Check - Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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
- Will work with Previous Evictions prior to 3 years
- Will not work with Cosignor
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Posted: 11/13/2024
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
Minimum Income Limit: $3,893
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: $1,635
Security Deposit: $1,635
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: Studio
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Refridgerator, Stove, Coin Operated W/D
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
2 Bdrm $2103/Dep. $2103. Deposits are determined by Unit Size through OHA otherwise deposit is 1X the Amount of Rent. Minimum Annual Income Requirement: $60,086/year. Income and other qualifications apply. Maximum Income Requirement depends on household size. To apply, Click Here, select “Applicant Login” and create an account to submit your application. For more information email management at emeraldestates@ebaldc.org or call 510-922-1498, or pick up an application at 1825 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 200, Oakland, CA. Emerald Estates is an existing 33-unit market-rate apartment complex located in Oakland’s Chinatown. This property is at a three story walk up apartment building featuring 33 spacious units comprised of 10-Studios, 15 1-bedrooms and 8 2-bedroom apartments. Units include: bath, stove, refrigerator, off street parking and on-site laundry.
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $26
- Background Check – Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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
- Will work with Previous Evictions prior to 3 years
- Will not work with Cosignor
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Posted: 11/13/2024
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
Minimum Income Limit: $5,007
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: $2,103
Security Deposit: $2,103
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Refridgerator, Stove, Coin Operated W/D
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
1 Bdrm-Rent $1752. Deposits are determined by Unit Size through OHA otherwise deposit is 1X the Amount of Rent. RENT/DEP. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Minimum Income Requirement is $50,057/year. Maximum Income Requirement depends on household size. To apply, Click Here, select “Applicant Login” and create an account to submit your application. For more information email management at emeraldestates@ebaldc.org or call 510-922-1498, or pick up an application at 1825 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 200, Oakland, CA. Emerald Estates is an existing 33-unit market-rate apartment complex located in Oakland’s Chinatown. This property is at a three story walk up apartment building featuring 33 spacious units comprised of 10-Studios, 15 1-bedrooms and 8 2-bedroom apartments. Units include: bath, stove, refrigerator, off street parking and on-site laundry.
- Water and Garbage are paid
- Credit Check Fee is $26
- Background Check – Criminal up to 5 years; Misdemeanors 3 years
- 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
- Will work with Previous Evictions prior to 3 years
- Will not work with Cosignor
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Posted: 11/13/2024
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
Minimum Income Limit: $4,171
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: $1,752
Security Deposit: $1,752
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Refridgerator, Stove, Coin Operated W/D
Paid Utilities: None