How many low income apartments are in Mill Valley, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Mill Valley with approximately 400 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mill Valley?

Tenant-paid rents in Mill Valley's assisted buildings typically range from about $382 to $742 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 Mill Valley?

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 Mill Valley, CA

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mill Valley with roughly 400 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $382 to $742 per month. Median reported wait: about 14 months.

assisted properties

400

subsidized units

$562

typical rent

14 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mill Valley

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Kruger Pines Public Housing	200	$418	14 mo
The Redwoods Ii PB Section 8	60	$742	—
Shelter Hill Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	57	$619	—
Fireside Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Camino Alto Apartments PB Section 8	24	$382	—
Mill Creek Apartments PB Section 8	9	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Mill Valley (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
The Redwoods Ii PB Section 8	60	$742	—
Shelter Hill Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	57	$619	—
Fireside Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Camino Alto Apartments PB Section 8	24	$382	—
Mill Creek Apartments PB Section 8	9	—	—

Public housing developments in Mill Valley

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Kruger Pines Public Housing	200	$418	14 mo

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mill Valley

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.