Availability
Lottery
Vacant units available
Application due: Dec 06, 2026 at 5:00PM
Applicants will be reviewed in lottery rank order until all vacancies are filled.
3 units
Rent
| Unit type | Minimum income | Rent | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,780 per month | $1,390 per month | 3 Vacant units |
How to apply
Apply onlineGet a paper application
Submit a paper application
Send application by US Mail
Applications must be received by the deadline. If sending by U.S. Mail, the application must be received by Dec 06, 2026 at 05:00 PM. BRIDGE Housing is not responsible for lost or delayed mail.
Public lottery
What to expect
How to apply:
You must apply using the methods listed above.
We will not accept applications sent in any other way.
What happens after the listing closes:
Doorway will run a lottery.
The lottery decides the order the property owner reviews applications.
Applications with local preference selections will be sorted to the top of the list.
Property Management will review your application:
They will check all the information you provided.
They will confirm that you are eligible.
Property Management will verify your information carefully:
If you provide false information, we will remove your application from the waitlist.
If they cannot confirm a housing preference you claimed, you will not receive that preference. You will not be otherwise penalized.
If your application is selected:
You must complete a more detailed application.
You must provide documents to support your information.
Contact leasing agent
Community Management
Due to high call volume you may hear a message.
Eligibility
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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 size Maximum income / month Maximum income / year 1
$4,950.00
per month
$59,400
per year
2
$5,658.33
per month
$67,900
per year
- 2
Occupancy
The limits on unit size can be adjusted if needed as a reasonable accommodation due to disability.
Unit type Occupancy Studio
1-2 people
- 3
Rental assistance
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.
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Housing preferences
Preference holders will be given highest ranking.
- 1
Live/Work in Oakland
You may qualify for this preference if you are an Oakland resident or Oakland worker. Oakland Resident means a household with at least one adult member whose principal place of residence on the date of application is within the City of Oakland. Oakland Worker means a household with at least one adult member who is employed by an employer located within the City of Oakland, owns a business located within the City of Oakland, or participates in an education or job training program located within the City of Oakland. - 2
Veteran Preference (VHHP)
This preference may be granted to households with one or more active member(s) of the military and for Veterans discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.
After all preference holders have been considered, any remaining units will be available to other qualified applicants.
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Additional eligibility rules
Applicants must also qualify under the rules of the building.
Credit history
Priority will be given to current credit activity over older activity. All rent and utilities must be paid in full. Poor credit history is grounds for rejection; however, a lack of credit history is not.Rental history
Eviction record of any household member from housing for three (3) years from the date of eviction, destruction, consistent late or unpaid rental obligations, and poor housekeeping habits resulting in health or safety hazards are grounds for rejection. Lack of rental history is not grounds for rejection.Criminal background
Applicants will be rejected if any of the following apply: *Note: The same criteria regarding criminal history applies to live-in aides also. o Any household member is currently engaging in illegal drug use. o Any member of the household is subject to a lifetime registration requirement or is currently registered under a state sex offender registration program. During the admissions screening process, the Owner must perform the necessary criminal ...
Features
Pets policy
This is a pet free community. For more information, please call the Ave Vista Apartments community office.
Property amenities
BBQ/Picnic Area, Bike Racks, Community Room with Kitchen, Courtyard, Elevator, Gated and Covered Parking Garages, Laundry Facilities on Site, Playground,
Unit amenities
Deck/Balcony in some units, Dishwasher, Electric Heating, Electric Range in Unit, Intercom System
Smoking policy
No Smoking
Unit features and accessibility type
Additional fees
Application fee
Deposit
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
Additional information
Required documents
If chosen in the lottery process, to complete your application for Ave Vista Apartments, the following items will be needed:
- A completed Application, Grounds for Denial, and Release of Information Form, signed by each adult applicant (18 years and older)
- A copy of a Social Security Card for each applicant (irrespective of their age)
- A copy of a State or National Picture ID (Driver's License, Passport, etc.) for each adult applicant (18 years ...