Mill Valley, CA Low Income Housing

Mill Valley, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Mill Valley, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Mill Valley, 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 Mill Valley, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Mill Valley, 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 Mill Valley, 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 Mill Valley, California - Marin County

Studio Apartments $2,665
One Bedroom Apartments $3,188
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,912
Three Bedroom Apartments $4,283

List of Low Income Housing in or near Mill Valley, CA

Pickleweed Apartments Affordable housing

Pickleweed Apartments Affordable housing - Mill Valley

651 Miller Avenue
Mill Valley, CA - 94941
(415) 388-6829
Affordable housing number of units: 32 Amenities: Wall-to-wall carpeting All-electric kitchen Dishwasher Deck/patio Laundry facilities Children's play area Assigned carport parking Professional on-site management Affordable Housing Community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability. Wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Marin County

Alto Station Apartments Affordable Housing

Alto Station Apartments Affordable Housing - Mill Valley

290 Camino Alto Ct
Mill Valley, CA - 94941
(415) 388-6829
Affordable housing number of units: 17 Amenities: Wall-to-wall carpeting All-electric kitchen Dishwasher Air-conditioning and ceiling fan Deck/patio Laundry facilities Tot lot Courtyard Assigned carport and surface parking On-site professional management Affordable Housing Community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability. Wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Marin County

Ambassadors Of Hope And Opportunity Project - Mill Valley

PO Box 2278
Mill Valley, CA - 94942
(415)381-7173
AHO Mission Is To Provide A "Safety Net" Of Stable Housing, Guidance And Community Connections For Young Adults Ages 18 To 25 Who Are Currently Homeless, Or At Risk Of Homelessness. AHO Provides A Hand Up To Youth Through The Host Family, Life Coach And Peer Mentor Programs Which Assist Youth To Reconnect To Themselves And The Community And Begin Building A Foundation For Their Future. Through AHO, Young Adults Matched With A Life Coach And Assisted In Developing Their Transition Goals; Connecti...see full details
Marin County
Non Profit Apartment

Shelter Hill Apartments - Mill Valley

37 Miwok Way
Mill Valley, CA - 94941
(415) 345-4400
Shelter Hill Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shelter Hill Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marin County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Mill Valley, 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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Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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