How many low income apartments are in Montebello, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Montebello with approximately 662 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Montebello?

Tenant-paid rents in Montebello's assisted buildings typically range from about $386 to $667 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 Montebello?

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 Montebello, CA

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Montebello with roughly 662 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $386 to $667 per month.

assisted properties

662

subsidized units

$527

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Montebello

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Montebello

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lexington Apts LIHTC	251	—	—
Beverly Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	189	$386	—
Casa La Merced PB Section 8	129	$398	—
Vista de Jj Rodriguez Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	63	—	—
Greenwood Gardens PB Section 8	30	$667	—

Section 8 apartments in Montebello (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
Beverly Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	189	$386	—
Casa La Merced PB Section 8	129	$398	—
Vista de Jj Rodriguez Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	63	—	—
Greenwood Gardens PB Section 8	30	$667	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Montebello

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
Lexington Apts LIHTC	251	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Montebello

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.