San Carlos, CA Low Income Housing

San Carlos, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in San Carlos, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, California - San Mateo County

Studio Apartments $2,665
One Bedroom Apartments $3,188
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,912
Three Bedroom Apartments $4,283

List of Low Income Housing in or near San Carlos, CA

Peninsula Interfaith Action - San Carlos

1336 Arroyo Avenue
San Carlos, CA - 94070
(650) 592-9181
...see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 0.90 miles from San Carlos

Non Profit Apartment

Lesley Terrace - Belmont

2400 Carlmont Dr
Belmont, CA - 94002
650-593-1818
Lesley Terrace is a  low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bonnie Brae Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Completed in 1971, Lesley Terrace was built in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development [HUD]. A four-story facility, Lesley Terrace has 138 studio apartments; 12 studio-alcoves; and 14 one-bedroom units. 60 of our units provide rent subsidies to residents through the HUD Project-Based Section 8 Rental Assistance Program. Lesley Terrace provides housing and a meal program*, and a Social Service Coordinator is available during regular business hours as a resource to residents who feel they need help locating appropriate supportive services within the community. Management Staff is on site during regular business hours, and a Resident Manager is on duty after hours. Lesley Terrace has an active Residents Association with a voice in residential community affairs....see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 1.75 miles from San Carlos

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Horizons - Belmont

825 Old County Rd
Belmont, CA - 94002
(650) 356-2900
Horizons is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Horizons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Horizons has 24 rent-assisted units...see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 1.84 miles from San Carlos

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heron Court - Redwood City

350 Gunter Ln
Redwood City, CA - 94065
(510) 663-0177
Heron Court is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heron Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 2.28 miles from San Carlos

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

City Center Plaza - Affordable Community - Redwood City

950 Main Street
Redwood City, CA - 94063
(650) 369-0527
Winner of a Gold Nugget Award from the Pacific Coast Builders Conference and a San Mateo County Sustainability Award, City Center Plaza is a transit-oriented urban village with affordable apartments and townhomes on the upper levels, and retail shops, restaurants and public transportation hubs on the street level. Residents have easy access to educational opportunities through the nearby library and the University of California satellite campus, as well as onsite programs and services, including an onsite childcare facility run by Footsteps Child Care.  ...see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 2.66 miles from San Carlos


Villa Montgomery - Redwood City - Redwood City

1500 El Camino Real
Redwood City, CA - 94063
(650) 261-9900
Villa Montgomery offers 57 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
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 2.71 miles from San Carlos


Redwood City Commons - Redwood City

875 Walnut St
Redwood City, CA - 94063
(650) 367-8176
Redwood City Commons offers 58 low income Section 8 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
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 2.72 miles from San Carlos

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Casa De Redwood - Redwood City

1280 Veterans Blvd
Redwood City, CA - 94063
(925)924-7100
Casa De Redwood is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Casa De Redwood for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 2.94 miles from San Carlos

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Redwood Court - Redwood City

635 Spruce St
Redwood City, CA - 94063
(650) 356-2900
Redwood Court is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Redwood Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 3.12 miles from San Carlos

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

St Francis Center Of Redwood City - Redwood City

151 Buckingham Ave
Redwood City, CA - 94063
(650) 365-7829
Since 1986, We Have Provided Women And Children With A Hospitable Place To Receive Nutritious Food And Needed Clothing. Since Our Inception, We Have Expanded Our Basic Services To Include Housing, Education, An Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway, And Most Recently, A 3000 Square Foot Community Garden....see full details
San Mateo County
Listing Location: 3.55 miles from San Carlos

Non Profit Apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in San Carlos, 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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