Saint Andrews Manor sits at 3250 San Pablo Avenue in Oakland, California, right in the Hoover/Foster neighborhood, and folks have known it since 1974 as a place for seniors to find affordable, supportive housing in a six-story building that's been run by Satellite Affordable Housing Association, or SAHA, ever since it opened its doors, and even though it's called Saint Andrews Manor, lots of people just think of it as home. The building holds 60 apartments for seniors aged 62 and older, with a mix of Studio and One Bedroom units, and some are set aside for adults with long-term disabilities or health needs, plus there's support for folks at risk of being homeless, and a handful of the apartments go to people with incomes under 30% of the local median, which helps keep the rents low for those who need it most. The waitlist for new residents is closed right now, and the rules say heads of household must be 62 or older or meet specific disability criteria, with some units specifically for people with chronic conditions, and anyone hoping to move in needs a clean housing record without cosigners or prior evictions.
The building itself has about 23,450 square feet, and over the years, it's taken on many improvements, like energy-efficient features, a rehabbed elevator, and accessibility upgrades, including another elevator to help everyone get where they need to go. Some apartments are wheelchair accessible, and there's carpeting, stoves, and refrigerators inside every unit, plus limited parking is available for $5 a month, though the garage fits only a few cars. Residents pay their rent, but services like heat, electric, water, and garbage are covered. Small pets can move in too, with a $200 deposit if the animals aren't caged.
Saint Andrews Manor offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care for folks who need more help, and staff are on site 24 hours a day, including for things like moving from bed to wheelchair, medication reminders, monitoring insulin for diabetics, and general wellness checks, so those who want can get as much or as little help as they need. There's a meal service, community rooms for socializing, outdoor areas for fresh air, and a calendar of activities meant to keep residents moving, connecting, or even joining devotional events. Many residents enjoy both group and offsite trips, which help break up routines and let people stay connected with the wider community. The services coordinator and SAHA property manager make sure that everyone gets the support they need, and there's a 24-hour support phone line for emergencies. The building's certified as a senior living community, and the staff follows protections for gender identity, orientation, and source of income, with clear policies to help everyone feel safe regardless of their background or circumstances. Residents use public transportation nearby, and the community stays linked with area resources for low-income and vulnerable seniors.
Ownership and management information's available through SAHA, and when people have questions about property features, care options, or want to start an inquiry, there's a contact form and even a feature for business owners to claim and manage information. Property reports can share details like lease status, rental history, occupancy rates, who owns and runs the place (even if ownership sits in an LLC), and what services are included, plus information about market trends, unit layouts, and what amenities are there, even though some features, like parking, exterior details, or certain amenities, aren't always clearly listed. While not everything's known or perfect, the building focuses on keeping life affordable and safe for seniors who may need extra attention or care, and past reviews show satisfaction among many residents and their families who've made a life at Saint Andrews Manor over the decades.
