The Bay Area Community Land Trust (BACLT) is delighted to announce the availability of rooms available at Newton House Collective near Lake Merritt in Oakland. There are 9 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 3 ½ bathrooms, and 2 large common spaces, spread across three floors. There is also a large yard with planter boxes for gardening and a shed.

Application Process:

1. Meet with BACLT staff for a 1:1 zoom meeting to learn more about the community land trust model and specifics about Newton House. Email vacancy@bayareaclt.org to schedule a time. After this meeting, you will receive application.

2. Submit Application: By email to vacancy@bayareaclt.org or mailed to BACLT PO Box 2652 Berkeley, CA 94702.

3. Interview with Newton House Residents: By Zoom on-line.

4. Open House: For applicants that move past the interview stage, you will be invited to see the vacant rooms and meet Newton House residents. Applicants confirm interest in moving in, indicate room preference.

5. Income Certification: Applicants must complete a household income certification with BACLT staff to ensure eligibility.

6. Confirm Move-In Details: Sign lease, schedule walk-thru and move-in date, pay security deposit and first month rent.

Any questions? Contact vacancy@bayareaclt.org or visit www.bayareaclt.org for more information.

Minimum Income Requirement 2X the monthly rent as minimum monthly income to qualify. Max Income Limits: 1 Person $78,550 // 2 People $89,750. Rooms are available ranging from $960 (170 sq ft) to $1,025 (180 sq ft) per month based on the size and amenities of each room. Security Deposit $1,500. These rooms are affordable for households earning less than 80% of Area Median Income. Unit includes: 1 Bath, Stove, Refrigerator, Laundry Room Onsite, Street Parking Only.

• Rent includes: PG&E, water/sewer and garbage/recycling.
• Credit Check Required. No Fee for Credit Check.
• 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
• No Cosigners.
• May work with previous evictions on a case by case basis.
• Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops. Walking distance to Sacramento Street, MLK JR Way, several parks.
• Pets are not allowed.
• There is no smoking inside the house, but people occasionally burn sage and incense or use perfume. There is not a fragrance-free policy in the house.

Posted: 04/17/2024