Last Updated: March 12, 2026
Contact Information
Main Contact: Sen Lake (E12)
Contact Phone: (510) 306-1621
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Sen Lake (E12)
EBALDC/East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation
121 E. 12th Street Oakland, CA 94606
Building Description
Sen Lake (E12)
121 E. 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 306-1621
Email: E12@ebaldc.org
Rent Amounts:
Studio at 20% AMI: Rent $559; 30% AMI: $838; 40% AMI: $1118; 50% AMI: $1398; 60% AMI: $1677; 80% AMI: $2237
1 Bedrooms at 20% AMI: Rent $599; 30% AMI: $898; 40% AMI: $1198; 50% AMI: $1498; 60% AMI: $1797; 80% AMI: $2397
2 Bedrooms at 20% AMI: Rent $719; 30% AMI: $1078; 40% AMI: $1438; 50% AMI: $1797; 60% AMI: $3268; 80% AMI: $2876
3 Bedrooms at 20% AMI: Rent $837; 30% AMI: $1246; 40% AMI: $1662; 50% AMI: $2077; 60% AMI: $2493; 80% AMI: $3324
Deposit 1X the rent.
Inquire regarding Minimum Income Requirement. Wheelchair Accessible. Unit includes stove, refrigerator. Amenities: Onsite laundry. community room.
WAIT LIST OPEN. ACCEPTING PRE-APPLICATIONS. Opening Date: March 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Closing Date: March 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Apply Online at https://lakehouse-east-12th-street-rentcafewebsite.securecafe.com/onlineleasing/lakehouse-east-12th-street/guestlogin.aspx or
Visit www.ebaldc.org and navigate to “How to Apply.:” Applicants unable to access the online portal may download a paper pre-application.
Download Paper Application at https://housingbayarea.mtc.ca.gov/listing/b00ceeb1-a759-445e-97cb-31ab5c4978c9/sen_lake_121_east_12_th_street_oakland_ca
Applications can be picked up in person at 1825 San Pablo Avenue, Suite 200, Oakland, CA 94612 during normal business hours,. Paper applications will be available and received during regular business hours for the duration of the waiting list opening.
Sen Lake Marketing & Tenant Selection Plan
Flyer languages available: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog
Online Application Instructions (Application Instructions available in: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog)
Registration Guide (Registration Guide available in: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog)
- Garbage and Water are paid.
- There is a $26 application fee for background 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.
- Works with previous evictions, as long as it is not for nonpayment of rent.
- Does not work with Cosigners.
- May work with Rental/Deposit Assistance Programs.
- Near lake Merritt Bart Station and multiple bus stops.
- Sen Lake is conveniently located near Lake Merritt, neighborhood shops, schools, community services, and public transportation, offering residents both affordability and easy access to everyday amenities.
- No pets allowed, only service or companion animal allowed.