About This Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments
Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments provides affordable housing for 70 seniors whose income falls between 30 and 50 percent of the median income. There are 5 studios, 55 one-bedroom units, and 10 two-bedroom units in the development, along with an enclosed garage that has 18 parking spaces. The project has received a fifteen-year commitment for 50 Oakland Housing Authority project-based Section 8 vouchers, ensuring affordability for seniors with even lower incomes, such as those receiving SSI payments. In addition to the individual units, there are communal areas throughout the building where residents can interact with each other. The main community/multipurpose area is on the first floor and opens onto a large open space of 3,000 square feet. This area encourages physical exercise, social interaction, and includes space for a community garden. Computer workstations are available for residents, and computer classes are provided at no cost. A services office is also available for visiting service providers to conduct case management and health outreach. Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments is located conveniently for seniors to live independently with easy access to amenities and services. The Lake Merritt BART station is two blocks away, with grocery stores, senior centers, parks, shopping, and medical services all within a mile. The location outside of Oakland's Chinatown provides access to a variety of other service providers such as Family Bridges, Asian Health Services, LifeLong Medical Care, and Bay Area Community Services (BACS).
