How many low income apartments are in Novato, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 13 subsidized properties in Novato with approximately 823 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Novato?

Tenant-paid rents in Novato's assisted buildings typically range from about $439 to $604 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 Novato?

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 Novato, CA

There are 13 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Novato with roughly 823 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 $439 to $604 per month.

assisted properties

823

subsidized units

$522

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Novato

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Bay Vista at Meadow Park LIHTC	220	—	—
Wyndover Apts LIHTC	136	—	—
Villas at Hamilton Senior Apts LIHTC	129	—	—
Creekside at Meadow Park LIHTC	77	—	—
Warner Creek Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	61	—	—
Hamilton Transitional Housing Phase I LIHTC	59	—	—
Mackey Terrace PB Section 8	49	$439	—
Hamilton Transitional Housing Phase Ii LIHTC	41	—	—
Marin Handicapped Hsg 5 PB Section 8	18	$473	—
Margaret Duncan Green §811	15	$604	—
Dante House §811	6	—	—
Lamont House §811	6	—	—
Stonehaven House Inc. §811	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Novato (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
Warner Creek Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	61	—	—
Mackey Terrace PB Section 8	49	$439	—
Marin Handicapped Hsg 5 PB Section 8	18	$473	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Novato

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
Bay Vista at Meadow Park LIHTC	220	—	—
Wyndover Apts LIHTC	136	—	—
Villas at Hamilton Senior Apts LIHTC	129	—	—
Creekside at Meadow Park LIHTC	77	—	—
Hamilton Transitional Housing Phase I LIHTC	59	—	—
Hamilton Transitional Housing Phase Ii LIHTC	41	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Novato

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.