Villa Rita Apartments PB Section 8 Chico, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Villa Rita Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Chico, CA with 52 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $371/month on average.
52
total units
96%
occupancy
$371
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 650 Manzanita Ave, Chico, CA 95926 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,227/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,566/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 10% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 94% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 88% |
How to apply at Villa Rita 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 650 Manzanita Ave, Chico; 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 (~$371/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Chico
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- Tonea Senior Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8
- Creekside Place LIHTCPB Section 8
- Lava Ridge Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8
- Harvest Park Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
- Parkside Terrace Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
- Murphy Commons LIHTC
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lucian Manor Affordable Housing, in PB Section 8 | Chico | 0.8 km |
| Chico Courtyards LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chico | 1.4 km |
| Walker Commons LIHTC | Chico | 1.4 km |
| Villa Serena §811 | Chico | 1.4 km |
| Campbell Commons LIHTC | Chico | 2.2 km |
| East of Eaton LIHTC | Chico | 2.4 km |
| Bidwell Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chico | 2.8 km |
| Turning Point Commons PB Section 8 | Chico | 2.8 km |
← All subsidized housing in Chico
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Villa Rita 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 Villa Rita Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $371/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 Rita Apartments?
Contact the management office at 650 Manzanita Ave in Chico. 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.