Sierra Gardens Apartments PB Section 8 South Lake Tahoe, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Sierra Gardens Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in South Lake Tahoe, CA with 76 units reporting 91% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $476/month on average.
76
total units
91%
occupancy
$476
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1801 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Map → |
| Average household income | $19,757/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,040/yr |
| People per unit | 1.5 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 82% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 97% |
| One-bedroom share | 35% |
How to apply at Sierra Gardens Apartments
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 1801 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe; 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 (~$476/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Vista LIHTC | Stateline | 9.5 km |
| Lake Vista Apartments Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Stateline | 9.5 km |
| Meadowbrook Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Stateline | 9.5 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Sierra Gardens Apartments have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Sierra Gardens Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $476/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 Sierra Gardens Apartments?
Contact the management office at 1801 Lake Tahoe Blvd in South Lake Tahoe. 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.