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Casa Feliz

525 S Ninth Street, San Jose, CA 95112

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Reported policy summaryThe City of San José affordable-housing portal listed Casa Feliz at 525 S Ninth Street, San Jose, CA 95112 when reviewed September 29, 2026. ACTIVE MARKETING RECORD in the portal snapshot, not a continuously verified vacancy. The portal advertised an open waitlist, not a vacant unit. studio: 0 unit(s) shown in portal table; listed monthly rent $1,005–$1,181; listed minimum monthly income $2,000–$2,500; 265 sq. ft.. Special age or eligibility note: Refer to Building Selection Criteria/Resident Selection Criteria for further information.. Developer/manager as printed: First Community Housing. Year built as printed: 2009. Reported criminal-background screening: (a) A history of violence or abuse (physical or verbal), in which the applicant was determined to be the antagonist. (b) Current abuse of alcohol or use of illegal drugs. Use shall constitute abuse for illegal drugs (unless required by doctor’s verification). A check will be made of criminal conviction records for the past seven years for all adult Applicants of the household. Reports will be obtained from local and/or state records and may also include local Police records. If the Applicant has resided in a state other than California and has a past felony conviction, a report will be required from that state or federal organization. Generally, public records of this sort are only available for the past seven (7) years. However, if information becomes known during the screening process regarding criminal activity that happened before the past seven year period which could impact the Applicant household’s eligibility to live at the property, the Management Agent reserves the right to consider this information as well. Serious felony offenses and/or continued and ongoing criminal activity will be grounds for rejection if such offenses involve physical violence to persons or property, domestic violence, sexual abuse, manufacture or sale of narcotics or other illegal substances, illegal weapons possession, any form of assault, breaking and entering, burglary or drug related criminal offenses. The nature, severity and recency of such felony offenses and/or ongoing criminal activity will be considered when reviewing the Applicant and only those potentially impacting the health, safety, security or right to peaceful enjoyment of the property of and by other residents, visitors or employees will be considered. Additionally, applicants may be rejected due to specific reasons. Please review Building Selection Criteria/Resident Selection Criteria for further information.. Reported credit screening: (a) Total unmet credit problems (including governmental tax liens) in excess of $3,500. (b) A bankruptcy (within the last three years). (c) A total of seven (7) unmet credit obligations of any value. An exception for extraordinary medical and/or student loan expenses may be permitted.. Reported rental-history screening: (a) A judgment against an applicant obtained by the current or previous landlord. (b) An unmet obligation owed to a previous landlord. (c) The applicant must have made timely payments of the last two year’s rental payments. (d) Negative landlord reference. Program rules: (a) Annual Income (including assets) not within the established restrictions of the property. (b) Household size must meet the established occupancy standard for the property. (c) Applicant must meet all program regulated eligibility.. Required documents: Each potential occupant must provide all documentation required by the selection process. If an applicant does not show up for an interview, or provide at a minimum the following documentation, it is grounds for denying your application. (a) Completed and signed application, release of information, grounds for denial, and application fee (if required). (b) Landlord references covering the last two (2) years of residency. Please note: Applicants who have not held a rental agreement for a minimum period of twelve months within the last five years will be required to provide references from a person not related to the applicant who has known the applicant for at least five years. (c) Proof of all income sources and assets, including the most recent income payments (i.e. pay check stub, social security or other independent verifications). (d) Copy of most recent bank statements and/or other accounts (IRA, stocks, mutual funds, etc.). Paper applications indicated. Application fee as printed: 37.50. Deposit field as printed: 750. Property amenities: On-site manager & maintenance staff, Resident services, Laundry facility, Computer lab, Free Wi-Fi, Free bus passes. Unit amenities: 2 Burner Stove - Microwave - AC/Heating unit - Refrigerator. Pet policy: pets.. Smoking policy: No smoking.. Listed contact phone: (408) 516-4776. Listed contact email: casafeliz@jsco.net. Portal details, pricing, eligibility, contacts and applications can change; the portal does not say that a person with a conviction will be approved. Confirm current screening and application instructions directly with the manager before paying a fee. Source: https://housing.sanjoseca.gov/listing/51bc9c3e-e896-4730-80d4-36420b995db9/casa_feliz_525_s_ninth_street_san_jose_ca; directory: https://housing.sanjoseca.gov/listings.

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