Last Updated: July 09, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Darren Theard, Affordable Compliance Specialist
Contact Phone: (650) 352-4281
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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Artistry Emeryville
Equity Residential Management, LLC/ (Berkeley Apts.-The Main Leasing Office)
6401 Shellmound Street Emeryville, CA 94608
Building Description
Artistry Emeryville
6401 Shellmound Street, Emeryville, CA 94608
Phone: (650) 352-4281 – Due to high call volume, you may hear a message.
Email: dtheard@eqr.com
Office Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday
Studio Apt – Rent $1,398. Deposit $400 – $1398. Deposit will not exceed one month’s rent.
Artistry Emeryville is seeking applicants for Studio Units. Maximum Household size of 2. Minimum Income Requirement 2.2X the monthly rent and cannot exceed the max annual income limit set at 50% of the AMI. WAIT LIST CURRENTLY OPEN. APPLICATIONS DUE BY JULY 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM. APPLY ONLINE at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/c52617a8-4aa0-4c82-897a-042338ad20ac/artistry_emeryville_6401_shellmound_st_emeryville_ca
Units include: Bath, In-home Washer and Dryer, Dishwasher. Property Amenities: BBQ Grilling, Reserved Parking Garage, Courtesy Officer, Controlled Access, Community Laundry Facility, Hot Tub, Bicycle Racks, Fitness Center. Area Easy Highway Access, Commute to Berkeley and Expressions Art College, 1 Mile from the Bay.
- Paid Utilities: Inquire
- Credit Check Fee: $50.50 per applicant age 18 and over. Due at interview.
- Background Check Required.
- Housing Choice Vouchers, Section 8, and other valid rental assistance programs will be considered for this property. In the case of a valid rental subsidy, the required minimum income will be based on the portion of the rent that the tenant pays after the use of the subsidy.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- Requires No Evictions
- Near Public Transportation and Shops. Steps from Emeryville Public Market.
- Pets Policy: Up to 3 Pets Allowed. One time Pet Deposit and Monthly Pet Rent Apply.
- Smoke Free Community.