Affordable Housing in Alameda County, California

Alameda County, California has 290 affordable housing communities in our directory — 17 open now, 40 accepting waitlist applications. These are income-restricted rentals (typically 30%–80% of Area Median Income (AMI)), ranging from studio to 4-bedroom homes, from 20 developers and property managers. Listings are kept current from public records and the property managers themselves.

17
Open Now
40
Waitlists Open
3
Coming Soon
290
Total Communities

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2026 HUD income limits — Alameda County

AMI %1p2p3p4p5p6p
30%$30,975$35,400$39,825$44,250$47,790$51,330
50%$51,625$59,000$66,375$73,750$79,650$85,550
60%$61,950$70,800$79,650$88,500$95,580$102,660
80%$82,600$94,400$106,200$118,000$127,440$136,880
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Station Center II
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Station Center II
📍 Union City, Alameda County
Avance
Closed
Special NeedsVouchers OK
Avance
📍 Livermore, Alameda County
Laguna Commons
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Laguna Commons
📍 Fremont, Alameda County
Vista Estero
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Vista Estero
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
Foon Lok East
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Foon Lok East
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
Foon Lok West
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Foon Lok West
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
Station Center I
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Station Center I
📍 Union City, Alameda County
Paseo Estero II
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Paseo Estero II
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
Stevenson Terrace
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Stevenson Terrace
📍 Fremont, Alameda County
Chestnut Square Family
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Chestnut Square Family
📍 Livermore, Alameda County
Avelina
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Avelina
📍 Fremont, Alameda County
Paseo Estero I
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Paseo Estero I
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
Main Street Village
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Main Street Village
formerly Main Street Apts
📍 Fremont, Alameda County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call · 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Kottinger Gardens II
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Kottinger Gardens II
📍 Pleasanton, Alameda County
Chestnut Square Senior
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Chestnut Square Senior
📍 Livermore, Alameda County
BUSD Workforce Housing
Coming Soon
FamilyVouchers OK
BUSD Workforce Housing
📍 Berkeley, Alameda County
Eastside Arts and Housing
Coming Soon
FamilyVouchers OK
Eastside Arts and Housing
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
Oak Street Terrace
Coming Soon
SeniorVouchers OK
Oak Street Terrace
📍 Oakland, Alameda County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call · 1BR Call
Faith Manor
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
Faith Manor
📍 Hayward, Alameda County
Tennyson Gardens
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
Tennyson Gardens
📍 Hayward, Alameda County
Arroyo del Valle
Open
Special NeedsVouchers OK
Arroyo del Valle
📍 Livermore, Alameda County
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
Grove Way
📍 Castro Valley, Alameda County
Vandenburgh Villa
Open
SeniorVouchers OK
Vandenburgh Villa
📍 Livermore, Alameda County
Valor Crossing
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
Valor Crossing
📍 Dublin, Alameda County

Frequently asked questions

How many affordable housing options are there in Alameda County?

Our directory tracks 290 affordable housing communities in Alameda County, California — 17 open now and 40 with open waitlists. The list is updated continuously from public LIHTC/TCAC records and the property managers.

What income do I need to qualify for affordable housing in Alameda County?

Most units in Alameda County are reserved for households earning 30%–80% of Area Median Income (AMI), which varies by household size and county. Use our free eligibility calculator to see exactly which income tiers you qualify for.

Do affordable apartments in Alameda County accept Section 8 or Housing Choice Vouchers?

290 of the 290 communities in Alameda County indicate they accept Housing Choice Vouchers. Voucher policy can change, so confirm directly with each property.

How do I apply for affordable housing in Alameda County?

Browse the listings below, check your eligibility with our calculator, then apply directly with each property. Create a free account to track your applications and get matched to new listings automatically.