How many low income apartments are in Chowchilla, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Chowchilla with approximately 444 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Chowchilla?

Tenant-paid rents in Chowchilla's assisted buildings typically range from about $414 to $414 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 Chowchilla?

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 Chowchilla, CA

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Chowchilla with roughly 444 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $414 to $414 per month.

assisted properties

444

subsidized units

$414

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Chowchilla

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
The Village at Chowchilla LIHTC	81	—	—
Shasta Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Shasta Court LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Washington Square Apts LIHTC	57	—	—
Chowchilla Garden Apts LIHTC	54	—	—
Golden Acres PB Section 8	45	$414	—
Colusa Avenue Apts LIHTC	38	—	—
Chowchilla Terrace Apts LIHTC	37	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Chowchilla (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
Shasta Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Shasta Court LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Golden Acres PB Section 8	45	$414	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Chowchilla

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
The Village at Chowchilla LIHTC	81	—	—
Washington Square Apts LIHTC	57	—	—
Chowchilla Garden Apts LIHTC	54	—	—
Colusa Avenue Apts LIHTC	38	—	—
Chowchilla Terrace Apts LIHTC	37	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Chowchilla

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.