WHY LIVE HERE / FAQ PAGE FOR BAY VISTA


COMMUNITY POSITIONING

Where is the community located?
470 Central Avenue in Alameda, California 94501.

What is nearby?
The community is located near the Alameda Marina and waterfront, with access to walking and biking paths, waterfront parks, local cafés, shopping, public transportation, and major commuter routes.

What makes this community different?
This market-rate community combines waterfront access with renovated interiors, modern finishes, resort-style amenities, and a relaxed Alameda setting.

FLOOR PLANS & INTERIORS

What floor plans are available?
1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartment homes are available. Current options include standard 1-bedroom homes, waterfront-view 1-bedroom homes, 1-bedroom penthouses, and 2-bedroom layouts.

How large are the apartment homes?
1-bedroom layouts are approximately 400 square feet, 1-bedroom penthouses are approximately 600 square feet, and 2-bedroom homes are approximately 600 square feet.

What features are included inside the apartments?
Apartment homes may include private balconies, in-unit washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, renovated kitchens and bathrooms, modern cabinetry, tile backsplashes, hard-surface countertops, wood-style flooring, dual-pane windows, ceiling fans, and walk-in closets in select homes.

Is there laundry in the apartment?
Yes. In-unit washers and dryers are available. An on-site laundry facility is also available.

AMENITIES

What amenities are available?
Amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, courtyard lounge, waterfront views, BBQ and picnic area, bicycle storage, Amazon package lockers, on-site laundry, professional management and maintenance, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. The community is also Energy Star qualified and solar powered.

Is parking available?
Yes. Assigned parking is available. Contact the leasing office for current parking availability and fees.

Is there additional storage?
Additional storage may be available for select apartment homes. Contact the leasing office for current options.

PET POLICY

Is the community pet-friendly?
Yes. Cats and dogs are welcome, with up to two pets permitted.

What is the pet deposit?
The pet deposit ranges from $0 to $500 per pet and/or apartment home, depending on applicable requirements. Contact the leasing office for current pet restrictions and fees.

LEASING & APPLICATIONS

How do I schedule a tour or learn more about availability?
Call the leasing office at (510) 983-4312 for current availability and touring information.

How do I apply?
Applications can be completed online through the property website. Prospective residents can also contact the leasing office for assistance.

What are the lease terms?
Contact the leasing office for current lease-term options.

How much is the application fee?
Contact the leasing office for the current application fee.

What is the security deposit?
The current deposit is $1,000 for 1-bedroom homes and $1,200 for 2-bedroom homes.

RESIDENT SERVICES

Is there a resident portal for online payments and maintenance requests?
Yes. Residents have access to LOFT, the online resident portal.

How do I pay rent online?
Residents can pay rent online through LOFT.

How do I submit a maintenance request?
Residents can submit maintenance requests through LOFT.

What else can I access through LOFT?
Residents can review account information, manage online payments, submit service requests, and access community updates through the resident portal.