Moraga, CA Low Income Housing

Moraga, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Moraga, CA

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

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

Studio Apartments $1,825
One Bedroom Apartments $2,131
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,590
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,342

List of Low Income Housing in or near Moraga, CA

Tice Oaks - Affordable Community - Walnut Creek

2150 Tice Valley Blvd
Walnut Creek, CA - 94595
(925) 943-1670
Tice Oaks is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Tice Oaks for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Built in 1981, Tice Oaks is an affordable housing community for seniors in Walnut Creek. MidPen Housing purchased the community in order to preserve its affordability to residents on a permanent basis. Tice Oaks is ideal for senior living. Surrounded by courtyards, It is within one-quarter mile of extensive shopping facilities and has a bus stop at its front door. The Jewish Community Center is located across the street and because Tice Oaks is close to Rossmoor, a large market-rate senior community, residents enjoy easy access to senior services and other facilities in the immediate area. ...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 3.12 miles from Moraga

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chateau Lafayette - Lafayette

3512 Moraga Blvd
Lafayette, CA - 94549
925-627-7000
Chateau Lafayette is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chateau Lafayette for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 3.71 miles from Moraga

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Contra Costa Interfaith Transitional Housing - Lafayette

978 Second Street- Ste 240
Lafayette, CA - 94549
(925)299-1067
To Provide Long-Term, Affordable Housing....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 3.72 miles from Moraga

Non Profit Apartment

Coggins Square Apartments - Walnut Creek

1316 Las Juitas Way
Walnut Creek, CA - 94596
925 945-6178
Coggins square apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments hud (housing and urban development division). Contact coggins square apartments for complete details on the current vacancies along with floor plans....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 4.85 miles from Moraga

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Presidio Gate Apartments - Walnut Creek

2185 N California Blvd No 575
Walnut Creek, CA - 94596
(925)284-9550
PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO APPROXIMATELY 60 ELDERLY AND DISABLED PERSONS...see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 5.22 miles from Moraga

Non Profit Apartment

Oak Center Towers - Walnut Creek

2185 N California Blvd No 575
Walnut Creek, CA - 94596
(925)284-9550
ALLOWS THE FACILITY TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO ELDERLY & DISABLED PERSONS AT LESS THAN MARKET VALUE RATE AND / OR WITH A SUBSIDY....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 5.22 miles from Moraga

Non Profit Apartment

Episcopal Senior Communities - Walnut Creek

2185 N. California Blvd.
Walnut Creek, CA - 94596
(925) 956-7400
ESC Provides Housing And Services With Respect And Dignity To Seniors, Supports Independence And Self Worth And Encourages Continued Intellectual, Physical, Social And Spiritual Growth....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 5.22 miles from Moraga

Non Profit Apartment

Housing Consortium Of The East Bay - Oakland

410 7th Street
Oakland, CA - 94621
(510) 832-1382
Promoting Affordable, Accessible Housing Options For low-income individuals With Developmental Disabilities In Alameda And Contra Costa Counties....see full details
Contra Costa County
Listing Location: 5.56 miles from Moraga

Non Profit Apartment

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: 5.78 miles from Moraga

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 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: 5.85 miles from Moraga


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Moraga, 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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