Mercy Gardens §811 San Diego, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Mercy Gardens is a Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) community in San Diego, CA with 22 units reporting 100% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $529/month on average.
22
total units
100%
occupancy
$529
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Address | 540 Lewis St, San Diego, CA 92103 Map → |
| Average household income | $21,785/yr |
| Average personal income | $21,785/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 5% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 81% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 95% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Mercy Gardens
Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
- Call or visit the management office at 540 Lewis St, San Diego; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$529/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Arms PB Section 8 | San Diego | 0.8 km |
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| Trinity Manor PB Section 8 | San Diego | 0.8 km |
| First Congregational Memorial Tower PB Section 8 | San Diego | 1.4 km |
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| Cathedral Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8 | San Diego | 3.3 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Mercy Gardens have?
Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities). Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
How much is rent at Mercy Gardens?
Residents report average rents near $529/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Mercy Gardens?
Contact the management office at 540 Lewis St in San Diego. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.