California City, CA Low Income Housing

California City, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in California City, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in California City, 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 California City, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in California City, 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 California City, 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 California City, California - Kern County

Studio Apartments $869
One Bedroom Apartments $1,137
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,616
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,937

List of Low Income Housing in or near California City, CA

Mojave Villa Apartments - Mojave

1592 Barstow Rd
Mojave, CA - 93501
(661)824-4385
Mojave Villa Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mojave Villa Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kern County
Listing Location: 18.42 miles from California City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Park Palace Apartments - Mojave

16193 H. Street
Mojave, CA - 93501
661-824-4606
Built in 2007 Furnished apartment appliances included: Refrigerator, Electric Stove, Dishwasher, Carpet in living-room, bedrooms, vinyl in front entry, kitchen, dining and bathrooms. Laundry facility - tot lot - open uncovered parking - gated community - courtesy patrol - on-site staff - Office Hours: 8:30 - 5:30 Viewing Hours: 9:00 - 4:00 ...see full details
Kern County
Listing Location: 18.85 miles from California City


Desert Oak Apartments - Mojave

2870 Oak Creek Road
Mojave, CA - 93501
661-824-2116
Desert Oak Apartments, an affordable housing apartment community located in Mojave, CA is now accepting applications for a two bedroom-one bathroom apartment for future occupancy. Our apartment community has recently converted to a Non-Smoking community. Smoking is not permitted in the apartment units or common area's of the community. Apartment Amenities Include: wall to wall contrasting carpeting, vinyl flooring and window coverings gas stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer, disposal, ceiling fan (select units) central air-conditioning and heating with programmable thermostat larger than average living room and bedrooms plenty of closet and storage space including private exterior storage room prewired for cable, DSL and satellite dish Community Amenities Include: close proximity to 58 and 14 freeways, regional bus stop in front of community close to schools, shopping, restaurants and medical offices unassigned parking for up to 3 vehicles per household and plenty of guest parking lushly landscaped with picnic areas and walking trails tot lot playground coin-operated laundry room on-site with extended hours expansive mountain views and quiet desert landscape professional on-site management and responsive maintenance For further information please call Desert Oak Apartments at : (661) 824-2116 or visit us at: 2870 Oak Creek Road, Mojave, CA 93501 Our leasing office is open Monday through Friday, 9am-3pm Evening and weekend appointments are available with advance arrangements Companion Animals welcome with referral from a licensed medical professional. Please call management for further details. Income limitations apply, contact management for further information. ...see full details
Kern County
Listing Location: 19.11 miles from California City


Club Royale - Rialto

380 Linden Avenue
Rialto, CA - 92376
(909) 356-8660
Club Royale, Rialto, CA, 92376. Bedrooms: 0-3. Club Royale offers the resort-style living you deserve, at prices you can afford. With two pools, a fully equipped clubhouse, and on-site coin-less laundry facilities these apartments are sure to win you over. Call us today and get the TWO months FREE on our two bedrooms!!!...see full details
Kern County
Listing Location: 27.21 miles from California City


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in California City, 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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