San Clemente, CA Low Income Housing

San Clemente, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in San Clemente, CA

How do I qualify for low income housing in San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, CA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, California - Orange County

Studio Apartments $2,113
One Bedroom Apartments $2,539
Two Bedroom Apartments $3,448
Three Bedroom Apartments $4,032

List of Low Income Housing in or near San Clemente, CA

Las Palmas - Affordable Housing

Las Palmas - Affordable Housing - San Clemente

107 Avenida Serra
San Clemente, CA - 92672
(909) 483-2444
Las Palmas Village provides 19 units of much-needed workforce housing for low-income families in south Orange County. ...see full details
Orange County

Mendocino at Talega Apartments

Mendocino at Talega Apartments - San Clemente

123 Calle Amistad
San Clemente, CA - 92673
(949) 498-6430
Mendocino at Talega Apartments offers low income two and three bedroom 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
Orange County

Vintage Shores San Clemente - San Clemente

366 Camino De Estrella
San Clemente, CA -
(949)661-6160
Senior 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. 4 6 Month Waiting List There are 122 apartments at Vintage Shores San Clemente. 122 are deed restricted subsidized. Vintage Shores San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. These are government subsidized apartments. Contact Vintage Shores San Clemente at the phone number or w...see full details
Orange County

San Onofre San Clemente - San Clemente

1426 N. El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA -
(714) 772-4400
Singles (SRO)19 Studios apartments. 2 Lofts apartments. There are 21 apartments at San Onofre San Clemente. 21 are deed restricted subsidized. San Onofre San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. These are government subsidized apartments. Contact San Onofre San Clemente at the phone number or website provided f...see full details
Orange County

Mary Erickson Community Housing San Clemente - San Clemente

133 W. Canada
San Clemente, CA -
(949)369-5419
Family 4 2 bedroom apartments. 4 3 bedroom apartments. 1 4 bedroom apartments. 1 Year Waiting ListMary Erickson Community Housing There are 12 apartments at Mary Erickson Community Housing San Clemente. 12 are deed restricted subsidized. Mary Erickson Community Housing San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. ...see full details
Orange County

Mendocino Apartments In Talega San Clemente - San Clemente

123 Calle Amistad
San Clemente, CA -
(949)498-6430
Family apartments. 2 3 Year Waiting List There are 186 apartments at Mendocino Apartments in Talega San Clemente. 185 are deed restricted subsidized. Mendocino Apartments in Talega San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. These are government subsidized apartments. Contact Mendocino Apartments in Talega San Clem...see full details
Orange County

Henderson House Shared Housing San Clemente - San Clemente

676 Camino De Los Mares
San Clemente, CA -
(949)494-69284
Singles "Sober living" Shared Housing apartments. 2 bedroom (24 beds) apartments. Friendship Shelter. 6 Month Waiting List(60-day maximum stay) There are 6 apartments at Henderson House Shared Housing San Clemente. 6 are deed restricted subsidized. Henderson House Shared Housing San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restr...see full details
Orange County

Bartlett Building San Clemente - San Clemente

91 Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, CA -
(949 369-9720
Singles (SRO)SRO/group housing apartments. Elevator Accessible. There are 15 apartments at Bartlett Building San Clemente. 7 are deed restricted subsidized. Bartlett Building San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. These are government subsidized apartments. Contact Bartlett Building San Clemente at the phone nu...see full details
Orange County

Casa De Seniors San Clemente - San Clemente

105 Avenida Presido
San Clemente, CA -
(949)492-2970
Senior 62+ or Disabled 18 Studios apartments. 54 1 bedroom apartments. 2 3 Year Waiting List There are 72 apartments at Casa de Seniors San Clemente. 72 are deed restricted subsidized. Casa de Seniors San Clemente is listed by the County of Orange County Community Services Affordable Rental Housing Unity. This is not a vacancy list. This list reflects affordable housing apartments in Orange County that are deed restricted. These are government subsidized apartments. Contact Casa de Seniors S...see full details
Orange County

Associates Group For Affordable Housing - San Clemente

110 E Ave Palizaba 201A
San Clemente, CA - 92672
949-492-3350
TO EDUCATE AND ASSIST THE PUBLIC IN UNDERSTANDING AND ACQUIRING AFFORDABLE MANUFACTURED HOMES AND MOBILE HOMES FOR LOW TO MODERATE INCOME INDVIDUALS AND FAMILIES. THE ORGANIZATION ACQUIRES MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME DEVELOPMENTS AND EITHER TRANSFERS OWNERSHIP TO INDIVIDUALS OR OPERATES SUCH DEVELOPMENTS/PARKS FOR THE BENEFIT OF LOW TO MODERATE INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES....see full details
Orange County
Non Profit Apartment

Associates Group Pioneer Pines Park

Associates Group Pioneer Pines Park - San Clemente

110 Ave Palizada Ste 201A
San Clemente, CA - 92672
(949)492-3825
THE ORGANIZATION IS PRIMARILY TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND THOSE WITH MODERATE TO LOW INCOMES....see full details
Orange County
Non Profit Apartment

Casa De Seniors

Casa De Seniors - San Clemente

105 Avenida Presidio
San Clemente, CA - 92672
(949)492-2970
Casa De Seniors is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Casa De Seniors for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Orange County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in San Clemente, 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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