Last Updated: October 14, 2025
Contact Information
Main Contact: Sydnie Kelly
Contact Phone: (510) 665-4000
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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Building Description
Hillside Village
1801 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94709
Contact Leasing Agent: Sydnie Kelly, Community Manager
(510) 665-4000, Due to high call volume, you may hear a message.
Email: hillsidevillagemgr@greystar.com
Studio at 50% AMI – Rent $1309 to $1359 per month
Deposit $700 – $2780 or up to one month’s rent, may be higher for lower credit scores.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL OCTOBER 14, 2025 AT 5:00 PM. APPLY ONLINE or DOWNLOAD APPLICATION at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/8b0f08f8-5f26-49b5-9236-083f5f529df9/hillside_village_1801_shattuck_ave_berkeley_ca
Applicants will be reviewed in lottery rank order until all vacancies are filled.
Minimum Income 2.5X the rent. Wheelchair Inquire. Unit Amenities: Bath, Refrigerator, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Select Units have In-Unit Washer/Dryer. Property Amenities: Community laundry room, Game room, Vending machine, 2 Rooftop Decks with Bay view and hill view, Sundeck with 2 BBQ grills and lounge chairs, Back Patio with fire pit, and hammocks.
- Paid Utilities: Inquire
- Application Fee $35 per applicant age 18 & over. Due at interview
- Background Check Required.
- Section 8, including Housing Choice Vouchers and other recognized 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 use of the subsidy.
- Cosigners: Inquire
- Previous Evictions: Inquire
- Near Public Transportation, School, and Shops
- Dogs & cats allowed, breed restrictions apply.
- Non-Smoking Community.