Watts-athens PB Section 8 Los Angeles, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Watts-athens is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Los Angeles, CA with 67 units reporting 91% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $584/month on average.
67
total units
91%
occupancy
$584
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 717 W 81st St, Los Angeles, CA 90044 Map → |
| Average household income | $23,914/yr |
| Average personal income | $10,667/yr |
| People per unit | 2.2 |
| Moved in within last year | 5% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 79% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 95% |
How to apply at Watts-athens
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 717 W 81st St, Los Angeles; 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 (~$584/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| P & P Home for the Elderly LIHTC | Los Angeles | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Watts-athens 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 Watts-athens?
Residents report average rents near $584/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 Watts-athens?
Contact the management office at 717 W 81st St in Los Angeles. 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.