Apply for housing

We maintain waiting lists for all of our properties so that as apartments become vacant we have a ready list of interested applicants. Please note that we cannot predict how long anyone will be on the waiting list before the housing becomes available.

The Process

Applications for properties that have open waiting lists can be found on this page. All other properties are not accepting applications at this time. If you have any questions, please contact the Property Manager of the property you are interested in, as listed on our property listing below. The Property Manager will be able to answer any questions you might have and can provide you with pertinent information about the property, location and application process.

Each of our properties requires a separate application, so please be sure to apply for each individual property that interests you and follow the instructions on how to submit the application.

Application FAQs

Open Waiting Lists

Valley View Senior Homes

1 Natalie Lane, American Canyon 94503

Eligibility Details

The waiting list for 1-bedroom units at Valley View Senior Homes opens on June 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM. The closing deadline has been extended to March 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications must be submitted by mail. Paper applications will be available to print online. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on March 4, 2026*.

Eligibility
  • At least one member of the Household must be a Veteran (all discharge status). Head of household must be age 55 or older at the time of application. If there are any additional members, they must be age 45 or older or meet an exception. Please see the flyer for exceptions.

Paper applications are available for pick up at 1 Natalie Lane, American Canyon, CA 94503 during the following times:

Tuesdays and Thursdays
During the Waiting List Opening
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

*Paper applications will be available online to print. Paper applications must be postmarked by March 4, 2026 and received at the address listed on the application by 5:00 PM on March 11, 2026. Please call (707) 980-7679 for assistance.

All applications received will be added to the waiting list on a first come, first served basis. Applications received by mail or dropped off will be timestamped when received.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email ValleyView@sahahomes.org or call the number above.

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Arya

500 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose

Eligibility Details

The technical issues with the online application have been resolved and the waiting list closing deadline has been extended to 5:00 PM on March 4, 2026. Please click here to apply online. Thank you for your patience.

Eligibility

  • Head of household must be at least 18 years or older, or legally emancipated at the time of application.

 

The waiting list for studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom units at Arya opens on February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on March 4, 2026.

 

Paper applications must be received at 500 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110 at the following times:

  • Tuesdays – February 24th, March 3rd; 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Wednesdays – February 18th, 25th, March 4; 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Thursdays – February 19th, 26th; 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

Paper applications must be received at 500 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95110 by 5:00 PM on March 4, 2026. Please call 855-974-4002 for assistance.

 

A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. All applications will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.

 

Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email Arya@sahahomes.org or call the number above.

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Newark Gardens I

35300 Cedar Street, Newark

Eligibility Details

The link to the online application will be posted here on February 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM.

Eligibility

  • Head of household must be 62 years or older at the time of application, or age 18 or older at the time of application and have a disability.
  • For more information on eligibility, please click the Download Flyer button.

Admission Preferences

  • Preference will be given to households who meet HUD’s definition of homeless as provided in HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 578. Preferences will be verified.

The waiting list for 1-bedroom units at Newark Gardens I opens on February 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on March 18, 2026.

Applications will also be available online to print. Paper applications will be available to pick up at 35300 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA 94560 at the following times:

  • Wednesday, February 25, 2026: 9am – 5pm;
  • Wednesday, March 4, 2026: 9am – 5pm;
  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026: 9am – 5pm

Paper applications must be mailed to the address listed on the application. Applications submitted by mail must be received by the manager’s office by 5:00 PM on March 18, 2026.

A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. The top 300 applications will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email NewarkGardens@sahahomes.org or call the number above.

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Allston House

2121 7th Street, Berkeley

Eligibility Details

Accepting Applications

To apply online or to download a paper application, please click the Apply Online button.

The waiting list for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units at Allston House opens on February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026.

Eligibility

  • Head of household must be at least 18 years or older, or legally emancipated at the time of application.

For more information on eligibility, please click the Download Flyer button.

Paper Applications

Paper applications will be available to pick up at 2121 7th St., Berkeley, CA 94710 at these times:

  • Wednesday, February 11, 2026: 9am – 12 noon
  • Thursday, February 12, 2026: 9am – 12 noon
  • Wednesday, February 18, 2026: 9am – 12 noon

Paper applications must be mailed to the address listed on the application and received by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026. Please call the number above for assistance.

A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. The top 500 applications will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email Allston@sahahomes.org or call the number above.

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University Neighborhood Apartments

1721 University Avenue, Berkeley

Eligibility Details

Accepting Applications

To apply online or to download a paper application, please click the Apply Online button.

Eligibility

  • Head of household must be at least 18 years or older, or legally emancipated at the time of application.

The waiting list for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units at University Neighborhood Apartments opens on February 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026.

Paper applications will be available for pick up at 1721 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703 at these times:

  • Wednesday, February 11, 2026: 9am –12pm, 1pm – 4pm
  • Wednesday, February 18, 2026: 9am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm

Paper applications must be mailed to the address listed on the application and received by 5:00 PM on February 25, 2026. Please call the number above for assistance.

A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. The top 500 applications will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email UNA@sahahomes.org or call the number above.

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Park Boulevard Manor

4135 Park Boulevard, Oakland

Eligibility Details

Eligibility

  • Head of household must be 62 years or older at the time of application, or age 18 or older at the time of application and have a disability.

 

The waiting list for 1-bedroom units at Park Boulevard Manor opens on February 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Applications will be available to submit online. A valid email address is required to apply online. Online applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on March 18, 2026.

 

Applications will also be available online to print. Paper applications will be available to pick up at 4135 Park Blvd, Oakland, CA 94602 at the following times:

  • Thursday: February 26th, March 5th, March 12th
  • Monday: March 2nd, March 9th, March 16th
  • Tuesday: March 3rd, March 10th, March 17th
  • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Paper applications must be mailed to the address listed on the application. Applications submitted by mail must be received by the manager’s office by 5:00 PM on March 18, 2026.

 

A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by the deadline. All applications will be placed on the waiting list for consideration. If additional applications are needed, we reserve the right to process the next applications in lottery order.

 

Persons with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please email ParkBlvd@sahahomes.org or call the number above.

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