How many low income apartments are in Avenal, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Avenal with approximately 438 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Avenal?

Tenant-paid rents in Avenal's assisted buildings typically range from about $468 to $468 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Avenal?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Avenal, CA

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Avenal with roughly 438 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $468 to $468 per month.

assisted properties

438

subsidized units

$468

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Avenal

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
El Palmar Apts LIHTC	81	—	—
Hearthstone Village LIHTC	81	—	—
Villa Esperanza LIHTCPB Section 8	81	—	—
Pleasant Valley & Wien Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Arroyo Del Camino LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Wien Manor PB Section 8	38	$468	—
Arroyo Del Camino Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Avenal (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Villa Esperanza LIHTCPB Section 8	81	—	—
Pleasant Valley & Wien Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Arroyo Del Camino LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Wien Manor PB Section 8	38	$468	—
Arroyo Del Camino Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Avenal

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
El Palmar Apts LIHTC	81	—	—
Hearthstone Village LIHTC	81	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Avenal

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.