Westley Area Public Housing Newman, CA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Westley Area is a Public Housing community in Newman, CA with 66 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $786/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 90 months.
66
total units
97%
occupancy
$786
avg resident rent
90 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 524 Merced St, Newman, CA 95360 Map → |
| Average household income | $30,370/yr |
| Average personal income | $8,677/yr |
| People per unit | 3.5 |
| Moved in within last year | 2% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 53% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 82% |
| One-bedroom share | 3% |
How to apply at Westley Area
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 524 Merced St, Newman; 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 (~$786/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Newman
- Newman Family Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
- Rolling Hills Village LIHTC
- Valley Manor Apartments PB Section 8
- Westside Village LIHTC
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gustine Garden Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Gustine | 6.7 km |
← All subsidized housing in Newman
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Westley Area have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Westley Area?
Residents report average rents near $786/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 Westley Area?
Contact the management office at 524 Merced St in Newman. 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.