Addison Court Housing Cooperative
1135-1139 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
Addison Court Housing Cooperative, situated in West Berkeley, California, is a limited equity housing cooperative with ten one-bedroom apartments in two single-story buildings constructed in 1909.
Nearby Community
The property sits on a quiet street close to parks, community gardens, schools, cafes, groceries, community facilities, and public transportation.
Internal Community
ACHC is a community where residents share ownership, responsibilities, and a warm atmosphere. Cooperation and diverse skills are valued, with residents acting as directors.
Amenities
Residents enjoy private front and back entrances, full kitchen & bath, hardwood floors, storage sheds, and small private gardens with access to a communal backyard.
Neighborhood: West Berkley
Category: Limited Equity Housing Cooperative
Buildings: Two single story 5-unit buildings with 4 steps up to the front porch
Units: 10 1br/ba apartments
Unit size: 520 square feet
Year built: 1909
Buildings & Stories:
•4-story Victorian, built in 1910
•Fourplex: 2-story walkup
Affordability: Below-market-rate units, serving households with incomes below 50%, 60%, and 80% Area Median Income (AMI) for Alameda County
Acquired by NCLT in 1996 and subsequently rehabilitated, Addison Court embodies a community where residents are actively involved in maintaining their shared living space, with required participation in monthly meetings, workdays, and shared maintenance. While there is no indoor communal area, the cooperative fosters a sense of equality.
The cooperative's foundation was laid in 1995 when residents, foreseeing the threat of rising rents due to a change in property ownership, embarked on a collective acquisition journey. Challenges with incorporation and securing a bank loan led them to partner with NCLT, setting them on the path to realizing their vision of affordable and cooperative housing.
With a Board of Directors composed of coop residents, the community values a diverse range of skills and characteristics, including courtesy, flexibility, hard work, and a good sense of humor, as they live and work closely together, maintaining their shared building and grounds. Encouraging applications from individuals from various backgrounds, Addison Court Housing Cooperative offers a unique and inclusive living experience rooted in cooperative ideals and a commitment to shared governance and responsibilities.
How To Apply
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