Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 — Income-Restricted Housing in Pleasanton, CA 94566
251 Kottinger Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94566
54 units · 31 income-restricted · 1 BR
Leasing office: (510) 846-3050Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (510) 846-3050 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1970
- Bedrooms
- 31 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 96/100 (Mar 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 94566
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $126,000/yr
- Renters in 94566 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
Income limits (2026)
Oakland-Fremont, CA area · median family income $162,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $35,650 | $59,400 | $95,050 |
| 2 | $40,750 | $67,900 | $108,600 |
| 3 | $45,850 | $76,400 | $122,200 |
| 4 | $50,900 | $84,850 | $135,750 |
| 5 | $55,000 | $91,650 | $146,650 |
| 6 | $59,050 | $98,450 | $157,500 |
| 7 | $63,150 | $105,250 | $168,350 |
| 8 | $67,200 | $112,050 | $179,200 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 94566 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,350 | $2,088 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,570 | $2,290 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,150 | $2,805 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,030 | $3,592 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,770 | $4,250 |
Wider area = Oakland-Fremont, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $3,060 (94542) to $3,810 (94568).
Census figures for 94566 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,642. Median household income $191,155. 29% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 94566's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 94566Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Kottinger Gardens Phase 2?
Call (510) 846-3050 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 in Pleasanton, CA 94566. These records do not show openings.
Is Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 Section 8 housing?
Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Kottinger Gardens Phase 2?
Public records list 54 units at Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 in Pleasanton, CA 94566. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Kottinger Gardens Phase 2?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 94566 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Kottinger Gardens Phase 2?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 in Pleasanton, CA 94566. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Pleasanton, CA 94566?
Most income-restricted buildings in Pleasanton, CA 94566 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $59,400, and $84,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($95,050 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Pleasanton, CA 94566?
For many programs in Pleasanton, CA 94566, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $59,400 a year for 1 person and $84,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $95,050 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Pleasanton, CA 94566?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Pleasanton, CA 94566, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Pleasanton, CA 94566 is $3,150 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 take Section 8 vouchers?
Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.