Water Street Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 Santa Cruz, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Water Street Apartments is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Santa Cruz, CA with 41 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
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| Address | 708 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 40 |
| Placed in service | 2019 |
How to apply at Water Street Apartments
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 708 Water Street, Santa Cruz; 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.
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gault Street Senior §202 Senior | Santa Cruz | 0.8 km |
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| Nueva Vista LIHTC | Santa Cruz | 1.1 km |
| Stepping Out Housing PB Section 8 | Santa Cruz | 1.1 km |
| La Playa LIHTC | Santa Cruz | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Water Street Apartments have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC); Project-Based Section 8. LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Water Street Apartments?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Water Street Apartments?
Contact the management office at 708 Water Street in Santa Cruz. 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.