Canyon, CA Low Income Housing

Canyon, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Canyon, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Canyon, 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 Canyon, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Canyon, 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 Canyon, 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 Canyon, California - Contra Costa County

Studio Apartments $1,969
One Bedroom Apartments $2,405
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,144
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,706

List of Low Income Housing in or near Canyon, CA

Orinda Senior Village - Orinda Village

20 Irwin Way
Orinda Village, CA - 94563
925-627-7000
Orinda Senior Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Orinda Senior Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 3.71 miles from Canyon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eco Dream Affordable Housing - Berkeley

7020 Devon Way
Berkeley, CA - 94705
(925)639-0908
Low Income Access To Affordable Housing...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 3.73 miles from Canyon

Non Profit Apartment

Monteverde Senior Apartments - Orinda

2 Irwin Way
Orinda, CA - 94563
(925) 254-1781
Monteverde Senior Apartments offers 66 low income one bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 3.75 miles from Canyon


Partnership For Affordable Housing - Oakland

4623 Virginia Ave
Oakland, CA - 94619

...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.03 miles from Canyon

Non Profit Apartment

Eastmont Court - Oakland

6850 Foothill Blvd
Oakland, CA - 94605
(415) 345-4400
Eastmont Court is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastmont Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.46 miles from Canyon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Foothill Family Apartments - Oakland

6946 Foothill Blvd
Oakland, CA - 94605
(510) 568-6955
Foothill Family Apartmentsoffers 64 low income two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.46 miles from Canyon


The New Millenniums Church - Oakland

7517 Mac Arthur Blvd.
Oakland, CA - 94605
(615) 244-2445
Dedicated To Serve The Homeless, The Hungry, The Unemployed, The Poor And The Distressed Of All Religions All Over The USA And Eventually Worldwide....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.57 miles from Canyon

Non Profit Apartment

Bancroft Senior Homes - Low Income Apartments - Oakland

5636 Bancroft Avenue
Oakland, CA - 94605
(510) 534-4000
Bancroft Senior Homes is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bancroft Senior Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities: Kitchens with electric stove and refrigerator Wall-to-wall carpet and drapes A limited number of accessible apartments for the mobility impaired ages 62 and over Community Amenities and Services: Onsite service coordination and activity planning Beautifully landscaped courtyard Community Room for regularly scheduled activities Onsite laundry room Limited Parking Christian Church Homes is a non-profit organization that has been building and managing affordable housing communities where seniors can live and thrive in the comfort of their own home. ...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.59 miles from Canyon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

National Association Of Real Estate Brokers Investment Division - Oakland

3560 Grand Avenue
Oakland, CA - 94610
510-268-9792
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: Cantonese English Spanish...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.60 miles from Canyon


Casa Velasco - Oakland

3430 Foothill Blvd
Oakland, CA - 94601
(510) 632-6712
Casa Velasco is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Casa Velasco for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.61 miles from Canyon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Canyon, 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.

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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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