# Residence Shortlist — Tour Candidates

**Prepared:** 2026-03-03
**From:** 44 qualifying properties researched 2026-03-02
**Goal:** Pick 5–8 to tour; schedule before April 10 move-in deadline

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## Tier 1 — Book First (All criteria confirmed, strong availability, best deals)

| # | Property | City | Built | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | Deal |
|---|----------|------|-------|--------|-----|-----|------|
| 1 | **Orlo** | Santa Clara | 2025 | ~$3,470 | ~$4,200 | ~$5,500 | 8 wks free + $1K look-and-lease |
| 2 | **The Clara** | Santa Clara | 2025 | ~$3,312 | ~$4,500 | ~$6,000 | Up to 8 wks free |
| 3 | **Gideon at The Fields** | Milpitas | 2022 | ~$3,140 | ~$3,800 | ~$5,200 | Units Apr 2 + Apr 8 — act fast |
| 4 | **Chorus** | SF (SoMa) | 2021 | ~$2,896 | ~$3,800 | ~$5,200 | 8 wks free + $2K bonus. 416-unit tower |
| 5 | **Artisan Crossing** | Belmont | 2023 | ~$2,871 | ~$3,500 | ~$4,800 | 1 mo free. 250 units |
| 6 | **Station 16** | Millbrae | 2022 | ~$2,755 | ~$3,400 | ~$4,200 | Parking included. Best Peninsula value |
| 7 | **The Emery** | Emeryville | 2021 | ~$2,950 | ~$3,500 | ~$4,800 | 500 units. 1 mo free. Parking $150/mo |
| 8 | **1900 Broadway** | Oakland | 2024 | ~$1,630 | ~$2,800 | ~$4,200 | 39-story, 27 units available, 4 wks free |

**Notes:**
- Orlo and The Clara are both 2025 brand-new Santa Clara buildings — good to tour same day
- Gideon has units available Apr 2 and Apr 8 specifically — tight timeline
- Chorus is the best SF option by far (all criteria solid, huge building)
- 1900 Broadway is cheapest option with large availability

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## Tier 2 — Good Options (Verify one item before touring)

| # | Property | City | Issue to Verify | Rent Range |
|---|----------|------|-----------------|------------|
| 9 | **The Hayden** | Belmont | AC — call to confirm | $3,225–$6,047 |
| 10 | **Avalon Dogpatch** | SF (Dogpatch) | All confirmed, just further from South Bay | $2,685–$5,540 |
| 11 | **Springline** | Menlo Park | All confirmed, expensive | $4,894–$9,689 |
| 12 | **Lume / Vasara** | Menlo Park | All confirmed (sister buildings) | $3,113–$10,163 |
| 13 | **Launch** | Alameda | Confirm Greystar management switch done | $2,583–$3,885 |
| 14 | **The Shattuck** | Berkeley | Only 6 units — move immediately if interested | $2,295–$3,800 |

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## Recommended Starting Shortlist (5 tours)

If prioritizing **South Bay / Peninsula** (closer to Cupertino):
1. Orlo (Santa Clara) — 2025, everything confirmed
2. The Clara (Santa Clara) — 2025, tour same day as Orlo
3. Gideon at The Fields (Milpitas) — most urgent, units Apr 2/8
4. Artisan Crossing (Belmont) — solid Peninsula pick
5. Station 16 (Millbrae) — best Peninsula value

If open to **East Bay / SF**:
- Replace #4/#5 with: Chorus (SF SoMa) + 1900 Broadway (Oakland)

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## Next Step

**Junwon to decide:**
1. Which geographic area to prioritize?
2. Any price ceiling for monthly rent?
3. Any of the Tier 1 properties to rule out?

Once confirmed → schedule tours via each property's website or leasing office.