Rail Road Flat, CA Low Income Housing

Rail Road Flat, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Rail Road Flat, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Rail Road Flat, 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 Rail Road Flat, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Rail Road Flat, 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 Rail Road Flat, 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 Rail Road Flat, California - Calaveras County

Studio Apartments $925
One Bedroom Apartments $1,161
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,650
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,889

List of Low Income Housing in or near Rail Road Flat, CA

Sierra Meadows Apartments -Arnold - Arnold

66 Longman Lane
Arnold, CA - 95223
(209) 795-3407
*Rent based on Income and may qualify for Rental Assistance - if available 34 total units Subsidy is USDA/Tax Credit Playground & Laundry Room onsite Walking Distance to Lake and Hiking Trails Nearby Elementary School & Convenience Stores Surrounded by beautiful Stanislaus National Forest! Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. ...see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 8.78 miles from Rail Road Flat


Bear Mountain Residences - San Andreas

276 California St
San Andreas, CA - 95249
303-830-3300
Bear Mountain Residences is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bear Mountain Residences for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 13.65 miles from Rail Road Flat

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

San Andreas Apartments - San Andreas

441 E Saint Charles St
San Andreas, CA - 95249
(209) 754-1453
San Andreas Apartments offers 47 low income one, 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
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 13.87 miles from Rail Road Flat


The Meadows - Jackson

401 Clinton Rd
Jackson, CA - 95642
303-830-3300
The Meadows is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Meadows for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 15.07 miles from Rail Road Flat

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jackson Hills Apartments - Jackson

300 New York Ranch Rd
Jackson, CA - 95642
(209) 223-0128
Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed Income Restrictions Apply Family Community Number of Units: 86 One & Two Bedroom Apartment Features:    Central Heating / Air      (in two-bedroom apartments only)    Dual Pane Windows    Spacious Closets    Paid Utilities - Sewer, Water, Garbage    Low-flow Toilets    Cable Ready    Refrigerator    Stove / Range    Garbage Disposal    Pets ok with deposit   Community Features:    Clubhouse with TV and kitchen    Laundry Facilities    Near Retail Shopping    Near Restaurants    Near Schools    Near Hospital    Near Financial Institutions...see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 15.39 miles from Rail Road Flat

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jackson Cornerstone Apartments - Jackson

1029 N Main St
Jackson, CA - 95642
(209) 223-2641
Jackson Cornerstone Apartments offers 62 low income one, 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
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 16.15 miles from Rail Road Flat


Altaville California Public Housing Apartments - Angels Camp

675 Copello Drive
Angels Camp, CA - 95222
(209) 465-7237
Altaville Apartments is a Public Housing Community that is owned and operated by the California State Department of Housing and Community Development, This property consists of 50 One, Two and Three Bedroom apartments, There may be a waiting list for these rentals. They are located on Copello Drive off of North Main Street near Copello Park. If you are interested in renting at this location please contact them directly for more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and application procedures. ...see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 17.24 miles from Rail Road Flat


Goldstrike Residences - San Andreas

342 Goldstrike Rd
San Andreas, CA - 95249
(209) 533-0510
Goldstrike Residences is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Goldstrike Residences for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 21.03 miles from Rail Road Flat

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Amador-tuolumne Community Action Agency - Sonora

427 N. Highway 49, Suite 305
Sonora, CA - 95370
209-533-1397-231
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 Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: ASL English Spanish...see full details
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 23.75 miles from Rail Road Flat


Blackberry Oaks Apartments - Sonora

801 Lyons Bald Mountain Rd
Sonora, CA - 95370
(209) 536-1587
Blackberry Oaks Apartments offers 42 low income one 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
Calaveras County
Listing Location: 24.16 miles from Rail Road Flat


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Rail Road Flat, 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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