Villa Caridad §202 Senior Santa Barbara, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Villa Caridad is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Santa Barbara, CA with 94 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $476/month on average.
94
total units
97%
occupancy
$476
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 4202 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 Map → |
| Average household income | $20,357/yr |
| Average personal income | $17,766/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 9% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 94% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Villa Caridad
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 4202 Calle Real, Santa Barbara; 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 |
|---|---|---|
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| Hotel de Riviera LIHTC | Santa Barbara | 5.5 km |
| Cottage Gardens Apts LIHTC | Santa Barbara | 5.5 km |
| Casas Las Granadas LIHTCPB Section 8 | Santa Barbara | 5.5 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Villa Caridad have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Villa Caridad?
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 Villa Caridad?
Contact the management office at 4202 Calle Real in Santa Barbara. 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.