Rincon de Los Esteros is a 246-unit affordable housing development in north San Jose near Highway 880 and Brokaw Road. The property is located on the transit line and each resident receives a free Eco Pass that provides free public transportation throughout Santa Clara County on the Bus and Light Rail. The apartment complex is comprised of 8 buildings surrounding open spaces and landscaping with: a playground, BBQ area, solar-heated pool, and parking. There is an additional building that holds the on-site management, computer lab, and community room with kitchen, restrooms, library, resident services, fireplace and lounge.

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Apartment Amenities

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• Limited number of Handicap Accessible Units

• Private Balconies

• Cable TV hook-ups

• All electric kitchens

• Mini blinds

• Frost-free refrigerators

• Spacious floor plans

• Garbage disposal

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Resident Services

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• Scheduled programs and activities (educational and social) available for children, youth, and adults

• Computer Lab with Internet Access

• Referrals for Community Resource Information

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Community Amenities

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• Large Swimming Pool

• Clubhouse

• Tot Play Area

• Private Parking (some covered)

• Large Lawn Areas

• Barbeque Area

• Close to public transportation, shopping, and restaurants

• Laundry facilities

• Elevators (some buildings)

• Fruit Orchard

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Awards

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• Builder magazine, Builder’s Choice Grand Award, 1995

• National Award of Merit NAHRO, 1995

• Pacific Coast Builder’s Conference, Gold Nugget Award of Merit for Best Affordable Housing Project Attached, 1996

• AIA/Santa Clara Valley Chapter Honor Award, 1997

• National Award from MetLife “Excellence in Affordable Housing” for Property and Asset Management, 2002