How many low income apartments are in Burbank, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Burbank with approximately 837 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Burbank?

Tenant-paid rents in Burbank's assisted buildings typically range from about $424 to $471 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 Burbank?

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 Burbank, CA

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Burbank with roughly 837 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $424 to $471 per month.

assisted properties

837

subsidized units

$448

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Burbank

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pacific Manor PB Section 8	166	$443	—
Harvard Plaza PB Section 8	149	$424	—
Media Village Senior Housing Project LIHTC	147	—	—
Burbank Senior Artist Colony LIHTC	141	—	—
Verdugo Tower §202 Senior	120	$460	—
Wesley Tower PB Section 8	97	$462	—
Burbank Accessible §811	17	$471	—

Section 8 apartments in Burbank (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
Pacific Manor PB Section 8	166	$443	—
Harvard Plaza PB Section 8	149	$424	—
Wesley Tower PB Section 8	97	$462	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Burbank

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
Media Village Senior Housing Project LIHTC	147	—	—
Burbank Senior Artist Colony LIHTC	141	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Burbank

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.