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The Grinnell

2527 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

SAHA

Availability

Waitlist

Waitlist is open

Application due: Nov 04, 2026 at 1:00AM

Submit an application for an open slot on the waitlist.

300 open waitlist slots

Rent

50% AMI unit

Unit typeMinimum incomeRentAvailability

Studio

$2,970

per month

$1,485

per month

Open waitlist

2 beds

$3,820

per month

$1,910

per month

Open waitlist

60% AMI unit

Unit typeMinimum incomeRentAvailability

Studio

$3,564

per month

$1,782

per month

Open waitlist

1 bed

$3,818

per month

$1,909

per month

Open waitlist

2 beds

$4,584

per month

$2,292

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

Apply online

Get a paper application

Pick up an application

2527 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

Get directions

Submit a paper application

Send application by US Mail

PO Box 194404
San Francisco, CA 94119

Applications must be received by the deadline. If sending by U.S. Mail, the application must be received by Nov 03, 2026 at 05:00 PM. SAHA is not responsible for lost or delayed mail.

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.

  • Only the top 300 applications from the lottery will be placed on the waitlist

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

Satellite Affordable Housing Associates

Property Management

Call (866) 809-2496

Due to high call volume you may hear a message.

Email

2527 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

Get directions

Office hours

Paper applications are available for pickup at the following times: Friday, October 23rd , 2026 at 10:00 Am to 03:00 Pm Tuesday, October 27th , 2026 at 10:00 Am to 03:00 Pm Thursday, October 29th , 2026 at 10:00 Am to 03:00 Pm

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 size50% AMI unit60% AMI unit

    1

    $59,400

    per year

    $71,280

    per year

    2

    $67,900

    per year

    $81,480

    per year

    3

    $76,400

    per year

    $91,680

    per year

    4

    $84,850

    per year

    $101,820

    per year

    5

    $91,650

    per year

    $109,980

    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

    1 bed

    1-3 people

    2 beds

    2-5 people


  3. 3

    Rental assistance

    SAHA accepts Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance and similar subsidies. 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.


  4. 4

    Additional eligibility rules

    Applicants must also qualify under the rules of the building.

    Credit history

    None

    Rental history

    Applicants with an eviction or unlawful detainer judgment date within the last five (5) years will be denied. Stipulations, dismissals, and cases without a final disposition are not a reason for denial. Management will verify residency with current and prior landlords for the past two (2) years. Management is specifically looking at payment history, incidents of damage and/or housekeeping issues, lease violations and eviction proceedings. If a negative ...

    Criminal background

    The City of Berkeley's Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance restricts criminal background screening (Ordinance No. 7,692-N.S., Berkeley Municipal Code 13.106). In compliance with these regulations, the following screening will be conducted. Management will review eviction and unlawful detainer records and landlord references to determine applicant suitability. No screening fees will be charged to the applicant. If an applicant is denied due to ...

Features

Amenities, unit details and additional fees

Built

2024

Pets policy

Certain pets are allowed. Residents must apply, the animal must be approved, and there is a $200 pet deposit. For more detailed information, request a copy of SAHA’s pet policy.

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

•Large Community Room with Computer Room and Kitchen • Rooftop Deck • Laundry Facility • Controlled Access • Additional Activity Room with Activities Including Ping-Pong and Foosball Table

Smoking policy

Smoking is not allowed. For more detailed information, request to see a copy of SAHA's Agreement Regarding No Smoking Policy.

Unit features and accessibility type

Additional fees

Deposit

$300 – $500
The move-in costs include a security deposit and first month’s rent. The security deposit is no more than one month of rent.

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

Your household will need to bring state-issued picture identification/driver’s license for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all household members, if a social security number has been issued, proof of age for all adult household members (such as but not limited to: birth certificate, valid passport, naturalization certificate, Social Security letter verifying date of birth), Birth certificates or custody agreement for all minor ...

Important program rules

Head of household must be 18+. Some units are set aside for applicants with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Special notes

Doorway makes every attempt to ensure our documents and documents linked on our website are accessible. Due to variances between assistive technologies, there may be portions of the linked/attached Building Selection Criteria document, above, which are not accessible. Where documents cannot be made accessible, we are committed to providing alternative access to the content. Should you need additional assistance, please contact us at doorway@bayareametro.gov.

Availability

Waitlist

Waitlist is open

Application due: Nov 04, 2026 at 1:00AM

Submit an application for an open slot on the waitlist.

300 open waitlist slots

How to apply

Apply online

Get a paper application

Pick up an application

2527 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

Get directions

Submit a paper application

Send application by US Mail

PO Box 194404
San Francisco, CA 94119

Applications must be received by the deadline. If sending by U.S. Mail, the application must be received by Nov 03, 2026 at 05:00 PM. SAHA is not responsible for lost or delayed mail.

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.

  • Only the top 300 applications from the lottery will be placed on the waitlist

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

Satellite Affordable Housing Associates

Property Management

Call (866) 809-2496

Due to high call volume you may hear a message.

Email

2527 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702

Get directions

Office hours

Paper applications are available for pickup at the following times: Friday, October 23rd , 2026 at 10:00 Am to 03:00 Pm Tuesday, October 27th , 2026 at 10:00 Am to 03:00 Pm Thursday, October 29th , 2026 at 10:00 Am to 03:00 Pm