South San Francisco, CA Low Income Housing

South San Francisco, CA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in South San Francisco, CA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, California - San Mateo 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 South San Francisco, CA

Magnolia Plaza Senior Affordable Housing

Magnolia Plaza Senior Affordable Housing - South San Francisco

630 Baden Avenue
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
(650) 588-8350
Affordable housing number of units: 125 Income, age and other restrictions apply. Small pets welcome. Amenities: Wall-to-wall carpeting All-electric kitchen Dishwasher Deck/patio Community room with kitchen Library Computer lab Laundry facilities Elevators Beautifully landscaped garden walkways Gated property Professional on-site management Affordable Housing Community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability. Wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
San Mateo County

Grand Oak Apartments Affordable Housing

Grand Oak Apartments Affordable Housing - South San Francisco

99 Oak Avenue
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
(650) 952-3727
Affordable housing number of units: 43 Amenities: Wall-to-wall carpeting All electric kitchen Dishwasher Deck/patio Community room with kitchen Laundry facilities Elevator Tot lot Assigned covered garage and surface parking Professional on-site management Affordable Housing Community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability. Wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
San Mateo County

Rotary Plaza

Rotary Plaza - South San Francisco

433 Alida Way
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
(650) 871-5323
Rotary Plaza is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). 179 apartments include 125 studios and 54 one-bedroom units. Apartment Amenities: Individually- controlled heating units Full-size refrigerator with freezer and electric range with oven Cable-ready outlets Garbage disposal Vertical blinds Hall closets (clothes and utility) Full bath and shower with grab bars Granite counters Wi-Fi -accessible...see full details
San Mateo County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

S. San Francisco Housing & Community Development Division

S. San Francisco Housing & Community Development Division - South San Francisco

400 Grand Ave.
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
650-829-6620
S. San Francisco Housing & Community Development Division strives to provide decent and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families, in a quality living environment. If you are in need of housing assistance please contact them directly to obtain more information about programs, services and rentals that may be available to you. Their office is available Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. ...see full details
San Mateo County

Housing Leadership Council Of San Mateo County

Housing Leadership Council Of San Mateo County - South San Francisco

139 Mitchell Avenue
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
(650) 242-1764
The Housing Leadership Council's Mission Is To Preserve And Increase The Supply Of Adequate, Accessible, And Affordable Housing For Residents And Workers Here In San Mateo County. We Do This Through Housing Policy Advocacy At Peninsula Cities And By Making Endorsements Of Specific Developments. We Have A Comprehensive Housing Database On Our Website And Provide Training For A Grassroots Speakers Bureau To Promote A Wide Range Of Housing Opportunities....see full details
San Mateo County
Non Profit Apartment

Fairway Apartments - South San Francisco

77 Westborough Blvd
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
650-588-4005
Fairway Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fairway Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
San Mateo County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chestnut Creek Senior Housing - South San Francisco

65 Chestnut Avenue
South San Francisco, CA - 94080
(650) 952-6679
Chestnut Creek Senior Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chestnut Creek Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
San Mateo County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in South San Francisco, 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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