Aliso Viejo, CA Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Aliso Viejo, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Aliso Viejo, CA?
To qualify for low income housing in California, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Aliso Viejo, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Aliso Viejo, CA, including:

Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.

In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Aliso Viejo, CA. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.

We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Aliso Viejo, California - Orange County

Studio Apartments $2,200

One Bedroom Apartments $2,344

Two Bedroom Apartments $2,783

Three Bedroom Apartments $3,769

List of Low Income Housing in or near Aliso Viejo, CA

Woodpark Apartments Aliso Viejo - Aliso Viejo

22702 Pacific Park Dr
Aliso Viejo, CA -
(949) 448-0044
Singles & Families, 30 - one bedroom apartments. 54 - two bedroom apartments. 44 - 3 bedroom apartments. Up to 6 Months Waiting List. Applications accepted Monday Friday, 9 am 5 pm There are 128 apartments at Woodpark Apartments Aliso Viejo. Of these apartments, 128 are listed as deed restricted subsidized. Woodpark Apartments Aliso Viejo was listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable hous...see full details
Orange County

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Wood Canyon Villas Aliso Viejo - Aliso Viejo

28520 Wood Canyon Dr
Aliso Viejo, CA -
(949) 643-3944
Family, 1 & 2 bedrooms, Waiting List is currently Closed. There are 230 apartments at Wood Canyon Villas Aliso Viejo. Of these apartments, 46 are listed as deed restricted subsidized. Wood Canyon Villas Aliso Viejo was listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. These are government subsidized apartments....see full details
Orange County

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Aliso Viejo, CA

1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

Check For Waiting Lists
Most apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.

Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.