Last Updated: September 26, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Lin Mayr
Contact Phone: (510) 332-5004
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Affordable Housing?
- The listing I am interested in has a waitlist. How long are these waitlists, usually?
- What are immediate affordable housing opportunities in Alameda County (without waiting lists)?
- What is an SRO?
- How do I find a roommate situation?
- What is a sober living home?
- What is Transitional housing?
- What if I find an apartment that’s available next month, but I don’t have a place to stay until then?
- What if I can afford the rent, but I can’t afford the security deposit?
- I have an eviction or bad credit on my record. Are there still housing options for me?
- What if I don’t meet income qualifications?
- I have a disability. Do I have a right to a Reasonable Accommodation?
- What is Section 8? How do I get it?
- What is Public Housing?
- 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?
- How do you calculate your household income?
Building Description
Studio Apt - Rent $1,375. Deposit $1,200. Income Requirement 2.5X the monthly rent. Wheelchair - No. Units include: 1 Bath, Microwave, Stove, Refrigerator, Plank Floors. Laundry in the building. There is Secured Off Street parking at $100/monthly if you wish to rent a space for parking.
We have a couple of units available:
Apt M $1375
Apt 203 $1400
Apt 301 $1375
We also have units with 2 or 3 private rooms with your own private Kitchenette that share 1 bathroom for $900/mo
Applications are available at the property. Some staff members are bilingual (Spanish/English) and available to assist.
Open House Dates: Friday, 09/26/25, Saturday, 09/27/25, Monday, 09/29/25 - Showing units on SATURDAY evening at 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM and MONDAY 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
- Garbage is paid by Owner. There is a Utility Fee to pay PGE/Water/Trash of $120/mo in addition to rent. We have installed a Monkey Brains Hub on the roof so WiFi is so very fast and affordable.
- Credit Check Fee $25 per adult
- 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
- Does not work with previous evictions
- Does not work with Cosigners
- May work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs
- Near Public Transportation
- Near School and Shops
- No Pets
- Smoke Free Building
For photos and more info, please see https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/apa/d/oakland-efficiency-studio-apt-in-the/7879405678.html