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Casa Feliz

525 S Ninth Street, San Jose, CA 95112

First Community Housing

Availability

Waitlist

Waitlist is open

Application due: Dec 01, 2026 at 4:00PM

Submit an application for an open slot on the waitlist.

Rent

30% AMI unit

Unit typeMinimum incomeRentAvailability

Studio

$2,000

per month

$1,005

per month

Open waitlist

35% AMI unit

Unit typeMinimum incomeRentAvailability

Studio

$2,500

per month

$1,181

per month

Open waitlist

Disclaimer: The AMI income levels above are for informational purposes only. Please confirm the applicable income and rent limits for your interested unit with the project's owner or property manager. Projects may have multiple schedules and restrictions that affect project rents and income limits.

How to apply

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525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

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525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

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Applications must be received by the deadline. If sending by U.S. Mail, the application must be received by Dec 01, 2026 at 04:00 PM. First Community Housing is not responsible for lost or delayed mail.

Drop off application

525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

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Contact leasing agent

Manager

Property Manager

Call (408) 516-4776

Due to high call volume you may hear a message.

Email

525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

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Office hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Eligibility

Income, occupancy, preferences, and subsidies
  1. 1

    Household maximum income

    For income calculations, household size includes everyone (all ages) living in the unit. This information is to help you understand whether you may be eligible for a unit at this property. The “maximum income” listed here does not include possible deductions or exclusions, so you may be eligible even if your household income is somewhat higher than the maximum. If you are selected, you will have to provide specific information about your income at that time.

    Household size30% AMI unit35% AMI unit

    1

    $38,700

    per year

    $45,150

    per year

    2

    $44,220

    per year

    $51,590

    per year


  2. 2

    Occupancy

    The limits on unit size can be adjusted if needed as a reasonable accommodation due to disability.

    Unit typeOccupancy

    Studio

    1-2 people


  3. 3

    Rental assistance

    All valid rental assistance programs will be considered for this property.


  4. 4

    Additional eligibility rules

    Applicants must also qualify under the rules of the building.

    Credit history

    (a) Total unmet credit problems (including governmental tax liens) in excess of $3,500. (b) A bankruptcy (within the last three years). (c) A total of seven (7) unmet credit obligations of any value. An exception for extraordinary medical and/or student loan expenses may be permitted.

    Rental history

    (a) A judgment against an applicant obtained by the current or previous landlord. (b) An unmet obligation owed to a previous landlord. (c) The applicant must have made timely payments of the last two year’s rental payments. (d) Negative landlord reference

    Criminal background

    (a) A history of violence or abuse (physical or verbal), in which the applicant was determined to be the antagonist. (b) Current abuse of alcohol or use of illegal drugs. Use shall constitute abuse for illegal drugs (unless required by doctor’s verification). A check will be made of criminal conviction records for the past seven years for all adult Applicants of the household. Reports will be obtained from local and/or state records and may also include ...

Features

Amenities, unit details and additional fees

Built

2009

Pets policy

pets.

Service dogs and emotional support animals are not pets and are permitted as required by law. Pets may also be required to be allowed in certain types of housing, such as publicly financed housing developments.

Property amenities

On-site manager & maintenance staff, Resident services, Laundry facility, Computer lab, Free Wi-Fi, Free bus passes

Unit amenities

2 Burner Stove - Microwave - AC/Heating unit - Refrigerator

Smoking policy

No smoking.

Additional accessibility

ADA accessible.

Unit features and accessibility type

Studio 2 units, 265 square feet

areabath

265

sqft

1

265

sqft

1

Additional fees

Application fee

$37.50
per applicant age 18 and over
Due at interview

Deposit

$750

Costs not included

Electricity paid for by the tenant.

Fees are not charged for reasonable accommodations needed due to disability, such as emotional support animals. Fees are also not charged for aids and services needed for effective communication due to a disability. With respect to credit checks, applicants receiving government rent subsidies have the option to provide "lawful, verifiable alternative evidence" of their ability to pay rent, instead of relying on their credit history.

Neighborhood

Location and transportation

Additional information

Required documents and selection criteria

Required documents (Additional Info)

Each potential occupant must provide all documentation required by the selection process. If an applicant does not show up for an interview, or provide at a minimum the following documentation, it is grounds for denying your application. (a) Completed and signed application, release of information, grounds for denial, and application fee (if required). (b) Landlord references covering the last two (2) years of residency. Please note: Applicants who ...

Important program rules

(a) Annual Income (including assets) not within the established restrictions of the property. (b) Household size must meet the established occupancy standard for the property. (c) Applicant must meet all program regulated eligibility.

Special notes

Refer to Building Selection Criteria/Resident Selection Criteria for further information.

Availability

Waitlist

Waitlist is open

Application due: Dec 01, 2026 at 4:00PM

Submit an application for an open slot on the waitlist.

How to apply

* This button brings you to an external website where you can create an account and apply for this listing.

Pick up an application

525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

Get directions

Submit a paper application

Send application by US Mail

525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

Get directions

Applications must be received by the deadline. If sending by U.S. Mail, the application must be received by Dec 01, 2026 at 04:00 PM. First Community Housing is not responsible for lost or delayed mail.

Drop off application

525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

Get directions

Contact leasing agent

Manager

Property Manager

Call (408) 516-4776

Due to high call volume you may hear a message.

Email

525 S 9th St
San Jose, CA 95112

Get directions

Office hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00AM to 4:00PM