Santa Maria, CA Low Income Housing

Santa Maria, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Santa Maria, CA

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

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

Studio Apartments $2,350
One Bedroom Apartments $2,667
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,520
Three Bedroom Apartments $4,001

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

Rancho Gardens - Affordable Community

Rancho Gardens - Affordable Community - Santa Maria

1414 N. Broadway
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
(805) 349-8722
Amenities: Gardening Area Library On-Site Laundry Facilities Outdoor Recreation Areas ...see full details
Santa Barbara County

Valentine Court II

Valentine Court II - Santa Maria

1760 S Mc Clelland
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
(805) 925-6373
Valentine Court Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Amenities: - Comfortable and friendly atmosphere for limited income elderly residents - Emergency call system. - Commons building - Laundry facility - TV lounge, - Public restrooms - Recreational/meeting room - Kitchen area. Contact Valentine Court Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Santa Barbara County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): water,
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Valentine Court I

Valentine Court I - Santa Maria

280 E Newlove Dr
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
(805) 925-6373
Valentine Court I is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). 35 garden apartments. Residences provide: - Comfortable and friendly atmosphere for limited income elderly residents - Emergency call system. - Commons building - Laundry facility - TV lounge, - Public restrooms - Recreational/meeting room - Kitchen area. Contact Valentine Court I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications...see full details
Santa Barbara County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 230
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Valentine Court III

Valentine Court III - Santa Maria

250 E. Newlove Drive
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
(805) 925-6373
Senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Amenities: - Comfortable and friendly atmosphere for limited income elderly residents - Emergency call system. - Commons building - Laundry facility - TV lounge, - Public restrooms - Recreational/meeting room - Kitchen area. The complex features a laundry facility and shares common space for community activities with the adjacent first two phases, Valentine Court and Valen...see full details
Santa Barbara County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Knolls Haven

Oak Knolls Haven - Santa Maria

4845 S. Bradley
Santa Maria, CA - 93455
(805) 934-2027
Amenities:     Emergency call system     Individually controlled heating     Full-size freezer/refrigerator and gas range/oven     Energy-efficient lighting     Cable-ready outlets     Garbage disposal     Carpet and vertical blinds     Hall closet     Full tub and shower with grab bars     Community room with large-screen TV for activities and events     Library   &nb...see full details
Santa Barbara County

Northern Santa Barbara Co, Habitat For Humanity

Northern Santa Barbara Co, Habitat For Humanity - Santa Maria

PO Box 5873
Santa Maria, CA - 93456
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Santa Barbara County
Non Profit Apartment

Central Plaza Apartments - Santa Maria

200 N Mcclelland St
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
805 736 3423
Central Plaza Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Central Plaza Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Santa Barbara County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Union Plaza - Santa Maria

120 N Broadway
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
(805) 922-5226
Union Plaza is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Union Plaza for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Santa Barbara County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water trash
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

New Visions - Santa Maria

1106 N School St
Santa Maria, CA - 93454
(805) 772-6066
New Visions is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact New Visions for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Santa Barbara County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Santa Maria, 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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