Santa Monica, CA Low Income Housing

Santa Monica, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Santa Monica, CA

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

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

Studio Apartments $1,747
One Bedroom Apartments $2,222
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,888
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,170

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

Step Up On Fifth Apartments

Step Up On Fifth Apartments - Santa Monica

1548 5th St
Santa Monica, CA - 90401
(310) 393-0456
Step Up On Fifth Apartments offers 44 low income studio 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
Los Angeles County

Global Green Usa

Global Green Usa - Santa Monica

2218 Main St
Santa Monica, CA - 90405
(310) 581-2700
Founded Over A Decade Ago As The U.S. Affiliate Of Green Cross International, Founded In 1994, Global Green Is The American Affiliate Of Green Cross International, Which Was Created By President Mikhail S. Gorbachev To Foster A Global Value Shift Toward A Sustainable And Secure Future....see full details
Los Angeles County
Non Profit Apartment

Upward Bound Senior Villa

Upward Bound Senior Villa - Santa Monica

1104 Washington Ave
Santa Monica, CA - 90403
310-458-7779
PROVIDER OF SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING....see full details
Los Angeles County
Non Profit Apartment

New Hope Ctyrd Santa Monica

New Hope Ctyrd Santa Monica - Santa Monica

1637 Appian Way
Santa Monica, CA - 90401
323 838-8556
New Hope Ctyrd Santa Monica is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact New Hope Ctyrd Santa Monica for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Neilson Villa

Neilson Villa - Santa Monica

3100 Neilson Way
Santa Monica, CA - 90405
310 392-3322
Neilson Villa is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Neilson Villa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Santa Monica Accessible Apartments

Santa Monica Accessible Apartments - Santa Monica

1525 Euclid St
Santa Monica, CA - 90404
(818) 782-2211
Santa Monica Accessible Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Santa Monica Accessible Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fourth Street Senior Housing - Santa Monica

1116-1146 4th St
Santa Monica, CA - 90403
(310) 475-6083
Fourth Street Senior Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fourth Street Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Upward Bound Senior Villa - Santa Monica

1011 - 11th Street
Santa Monica, CA - 90403
(310) 458-7779
Upward Bound Senior Villa is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Upward Bound Senior Villa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wilshire House - Santa Monica

1121 Third St
Santa Monica, CA - 90403
(310) 395-4545
Wilshire House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wilshire House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lincoln Court Apartments - Santa Monica

2851 Lincoln Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA - 90405
(213) 628-1036
Lincoln Court Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lincoln Court Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ocean Park Villas - Santa Monica

2019-25 Fifth St
Santa Monica, CA -
(310) 392-3322
Ocean Park Villas is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ocean Park Villas for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Barnard Park Villas - Santa Monica

3356 Barnard Way
Santa Monica, CA - 90405
(310) 358-3489
Barnard Park Villas is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Barnard Park Villas for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Los Angeles County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Santa Monica, 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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