Monterey, CA Low Income Housing

Monterey, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Monterey, CA

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

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

Studio Apartments $2,194
One Bedroom Apartments $2,675
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,790
Three Bedroom Apartments $4,144

List of Low Income Housing in or near Monterey, CA

Van Buren Affordable Senior Housing

Van Buren Affordable Senior Housing - Monterey

669 Van Buren Street
Monterey, CA - 93940
(831) 646-3995
Van Buren Senior Housing is the result of a partnership between the City of Monterey and MidPen Housing to bring much needed affordable senior housing to the city.  ...see full details
Monterey County

Casanova Plaza Public Housing Apartments Monterey

Casanova Plaza Public Housing Apartments Monterey - Monterey

800 Casanova Ave
Monterey, CA - 93940
(831)375-0373
Casanova Plaza Apartments is a Public Housing community operated by the Housing Authority of Monterey County. There are 86 two bedroom apartments and 83 one bedroom apartments at this apartment complex. Contact Casanova Plaza apartments for current public housing openings and rates. ...see full details
Monterey County

Dela Vina Housing - Monterey

PO Box 3222
Monterey, CA - 93942
(831)649-4522
THE CORPORATION WAS FORMED IN 1996 IN ACQUIRE PROPERTY LOCATED IN MONTEREY CALIFORNIA, AND TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE THEREON AN APARTMENT COMPLEX OF 14 UNITS, UNDER SECTION 811 OF THE NATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ACT. THE UNITS ARE RENTED TO LOW-INCOME MENTALLY ILL INDIVIDUALS WHO RECEIVES RENTAL SUBSIDY FROM HUD....see full details
Monterey County
Non Profit Apartment

Interim - Monterey

604 Pearl St
Monterey, CA - 93940
831-649-4522
MENTAL HEALTH HOUSING/REHAB...see full details
Monterey County
Non Profit Apartment

Mariposa Housing - Monterey

PO Box 3222
Monterey, CA - 93942
(831)649-4522
THE CORPORATION WAS FORMED IN 1992 TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY IN SALINAS, CALIFORNIA, AND TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE THEREON AN APARTMENT COMPLEX OF 20 UNITS, UNDER SECTION 811 OF THE NATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ACT....see full details
Monterey County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water
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Non Profit Apartment

El Estero - Monterey

151 Park Ave
Monterey, CA - 93940
(831) 757-6254x
El Estero is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact El Estero for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Monterey County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

De La Vina Apartments - Monterey

345 Dela Vina Ave
Monterey, CA - 93940
831-646-2220
De La Vina Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact De La Vina Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Monterey County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): All utilities
* See More User Reports on utilities

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Portola Vista Public Housing Apartment Monterey

Portola Vista Public Housing Apartment Monterey - Monterey

20 Del Monte Ave
Monterey, CA - 93940
831 372-5057
Portola Vista is a public housing apartment operated by the Housing Authority of Monterey County. There are 64 one bedroom apartments at this location. Contact Portola Vista at the phone number provided for current rates and openings. ...see full details
Monterey County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Monterey, 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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