Alameda, CA Low Income Housing

Types of Low Income Housing in Alameda, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Alameda, CA, including:

Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Alameda, California - Alameda County

Studio Apartments $1,825

One Bedroom Apartments $2,131

Two Bedroom Apartments $2,590

Three Bedroom Apartments $3,342

List of Low Income Housing in or near Alameda, CA

Shinsei Gardens Apartments - Alameda

401 Stargell Ave
Alameda, CA - 94501
(510) 523-4521
Shinsei Gardens Apartments offers 38 low income units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Shinsei Gardens provides affordable housing for households with incomes between 20% and 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI) including 12 units for persons with disabilities. Services for special needs residents is provided. A resident services coordinator will also bring additional family and youth services to this property. O...see full details
Alameda County

Breakers at Bayport Apartments - Alameda

459 Neptune Gardens Ave
Alameda, CA - 94501
(510) 769-1496
Breakers at Bayport Apartments offers 51 low income two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Alameda County

Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Included waste disposal fees and sewage charges.
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Housing Authority of the City of Alameda - Alameda

701 Atlantic Avenue
Alameda, CA - 94501
(510) 747-4300
Housing Authority of the City of Alameda provides housing assistance to low and very low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance in the area. If you are in need of assistance pl...see full details
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Alameda Development Corporation - Alameda

851 W Midway Ave
Alameda, CA - 94501
(493) 102-4667
TO PROVIDE, PROMOTE AND PRESERVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN THE CITY OF ALAMEDA...see full details
Alameda County

Non Profit Apartment

Buena Vista Community Association - Alameda

465 Buena Vista Ave Apt 105
Alameda, CA - 94501
510-523-3838
AFFORDABLE HOUSING/TENANT ADVOCACY...see full details
Alameda County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): $1,174 for month for 1 bedroom and you have any bathroom, garbage, water and parking
$1,174/mo for 1 bedroom
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Electricity in the unit is not included
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Non Profit Apartment

Playa Del Alameda - Alameda

148 Crolls Garden Ct
Alameda, CA - 94501
510-521-6919
Playa Del Alameda is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Playa Del Alameda for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Alameda County

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Apartment Costs (user reports): 1000
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water garage
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Check For Waiting Lists
Most apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.

Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.