Last Updated: March 18, 2024
Contact Information
Main Contact: Representative/Tiana
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 https://emerald-estates1-rentcafewebsite.securecafe.com/onlineleasing/emerald-estates1/guestlogin.aspx, or call Tiana at (510) 922-1498, or email emeraldestate@ebaldc.org, or pick up an application at property site. 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
Posted: 03/18/2024
Unit Description
- 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
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
Minimum Income Limit: 4,402
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: $1,831
Security Deposit: $1,831
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 $1526. Deposits are determined by Unit Size through OHA otherwise deposit is 1X the Amount of Rent. RENT/DEP. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Minmium Income Requirement is $44,029/year. Maximum Income Requirement depends on household size. MUST COMPLETE APPLICATION ONLINE AT https://emerald-estates1-rentcafewebsite.securecafe.com/onlineleasing/emerald-estates1/guestlogin.aspx to Register and Create an Account. Or, contact management at emeraldestates@ebaldc.org, or call Tiana at (510) 922-1498. 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 Cosigner
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near Schools and Shops
- Certified Service Pets Accepted
Posted: 03/18/2024
Restrictions
Maximum Income Level AMI: 80%
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: $1,526
Security Deposit: $1,526
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
Unit Description
- 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
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: $1,424
Security Deposit: $1,424
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: Studio
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Refridgerator, Stove, Coin Operated W/D
Paid Utilities: None