Santa Clara, CA Low Income Housing

Santa Clara, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Santa Clara, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, California - Santa Clara County

Studio Apartments $2,513
One Bedroom Apartments $2,941
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,750
Three Bedroom Apartments $4,202

List of Low Income Housing in or near Santa Clara, CA

Riverwood Place

Riverwood Place - Santa Clara

5090 Lick Mill Boulevard
Santa Clara, CA - 95054
(408) 727-6109
The winner of a Gold Nugget Award of Merit from the Pacific Coast Builders Conference and a Builders Choice Award of Merit from Builder Magazine, Riverwood Place provides partially-furnished efficiency studios with a kitchenette, bed and dresser. Residents enjoy many amenities and ample community space for organized activities including meetings and classes, bright reading nooks on each floor, and three private, landscaped courtyards with tables and seating. MidPen Resident Services Corp. provi...see full details
Santa Clara County

John Burns Gardens - Santa Clara for Seniors

John Burns Gardens - Santa Clara for Seniors - Santa Clara

820 Agnew Rd
Santa Clara, CA - 95054
(408) 492-1101
Seniors (at least 62 years old). 99 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Rent (including water & garbage): 50% of Median Income. Amenities: On-site Management, Community Room with kitchen, piano, organ, Computer Room, Coin-operated laundry facilities, Individually locked mailboxes, BBQ grills, Fully landscaped exterior, wall-to-wall carpeting, easy-care vinyl floors in bathroo...see full details
Santa Clara County

Rivertown Apartments - Santa Clara

Rivertown Apartments - Santa Clara - Santa Clara

1340 Hope Drive
Santa Clara, CA - 95054
(408) 567-9244
Rivertown Apartments offers 99 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
Santa Clara County

Eklund Gardens II

Eklund Gardens II - Santa Clara

3780 Poinciana Drive
Santa Clara, CA - 95051
(408) 370-1393
Eklund Gardens II offers 6 low income 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
Santa Clara County

Miramar Way Apartments

Miramar Way Apartments - Santa Clara

3761 Miramar Way
Santa Clara, CA - 95051
(408) 295-8440
Miramar Way Apartmentsoffers 15 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
Santa Clara County

Eklund Gardens 1

Eklund Gardens 1 - Santa Clara

2002 Halford Avenue
Santa Clara, CA - 95051
(408) 370-1393
Eklund Gardens 1 offers 10 low income 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
Santa Clara County
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Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara

Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara - Santa Clara

505 West Julian Street
Santa Clara, CA - 95110
(408) 275-8770
Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these programs vouchers or rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants as the need for housing assistance becomes greater than the funds for rental as...see full details
Santa Clara County

Santa Clara Teacher Housing Foundation - Santa Clara

1201 Franklin Mall
Santa Clara, CA - 95050

The Foundation Was Formed For The Purpose Of Advancing Education By Supporting The Santa Clara Unified School District In Its Efforts To Retain Qualified Teachers Who Might Otherwise Leave The District Because Of The Lack Of Affordable Housing Through The Development And Operation Of Affordable Faculty Housing....see full details
Santa Clara County
Non Profit Apartment

Liberty Tower - Santa Clara

890 Main St
Santa Clara, CA - 95050
(408) 243-6226
Liberty Tower is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Liberty Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Santa Clara County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Santa Clara, 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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