Last Updated: October 18, 2023
Contact Information
Main Contact: Representative/Rowan
Contact Phone: (510) 255-5335
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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- What if I find an apartment that’s available next month, but I don’t have a place to stay until then?
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- What is Section 8? How do I get it?
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- 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?
Emerald Estates
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
71 10th Street Oakland, CA 94607
Building Description
MUST INQUIRE REGARDING RENT AS IT IS DETERMINED BY SIZE OF UNIT AND HOUSEHOLD SIZE. Deposits are determined by Unit Size through OHA otherwise deposit is 1X the Amount of Rent. RENT/DEP. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Minium Income Requirement depends on unit size. Maximum Income Requirement depends on household size. MUST COMPLETE APPLICATION ONLINE AT www.ebaldchaf.com select “Applicant Login” and create an account to submit your application. LEASING DEPARTMENT WILL CONTACT YOU IF MEET REQUIREMENTS AND GIVE UPDATED INFORMATION. Emerald Estates is an existing 33-unit market-rate apartment complex located in Oakland’s Chinatown. This property is 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
For more information email management at EBCP@ebaldc.org or call Rowan: 510-255-5335; TTY: 711
Posted 11/04/2022