Elk, CA Low Income Housing

Elk, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Elk, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Elk, 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 Elk, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Elk, 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 Elk, 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 Elk, California - Mendocino County

Studio Apartments $995
One Bedroom Apartments $1,305
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,844
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,223

List of Low Income Housing in or near Elk, CA

United Native Housing Development Corporation - Ukiah

694 Pinoleville Rd
Ukiah, CA - 95482
(707)468-1336
DEDICATED TO ASSISTING AND PROMOTING AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ELIGIBLE FAMILIES BY PROVIDING DIRECT HOUSING ASSISTANCE, TRAINING, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, COUNSELING AND ACCESS TO RESOURCES...see full details
Mendocino County
Listing Location: 22.30 miles from Elk

Non Profit Apartment

United Native Housing Development Corp - Ukiah

694 Pinoleville Drive
Ukiah, CA - 95482
707-468-1336-119
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Mendocino County
Listing Location: 22.32 miles from Elk


Habitat For Humanity International - Fort Bragg

PO Box 770
Fort Bragg, CA - 95437
(707)964-0942
We Seek To Make Decent, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Policy On The Mendocino Coast By Enablng Working Families To Purchase Homes They Helped To Build At No Profit And No Interest.By Bringing People Of All Beliefs And Economic Circumstances Together In Partnership Around The Issue Of Housing, We Strengthen Our Appreciation And Care For One Another And Enrich Our Communal Life....see full details
Mendocino County
Listing Location: 25.26 miles from Elk

Non Profit Apartment

River Garden Apartments - Fort Bragg

421 South St
Fort Bragg, CA - 95437
707-463-1975
River Garden Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact River Garden Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Mendocino County
Listing Location: 26.36 miles from Elk

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fort Bragg Development - Fort Bragg

520 Cypress St
Fort Bragg, CA - 95437
(707) 463-1975
Fort Bragg Development is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fort Bragg Development for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Mendocino County
Listing Location: 26.37 miles from Elk

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Holly Heights - Willits

77 Holly St
Willits, CA - 95490
707-459-2153
Holly Heights is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Holly Heights for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Mendocino County
Listing Location: 26.45 miles from Elk

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Elk, 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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