How many low income apartments are in Pleasanton, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Pleasanton with approximately 848 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pleasanton?

Tenant-paid rents in Pleasanton's assisted buildings typically range from about $374 to $374 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 Pleasanton?

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 Pleasanton, CA

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pleasanton with roughly 848 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $374 to $374 per month.

assisted properties

848

subsidized units

$374

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pleasanton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ridgeview Commons LIHTC	200	—	—
Gardens at Ironwood Senior Apts LIHTC	172	—	—
Anton Hacienda Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	168	—	—
Greenbriar LIHTC	100	—	—
Promanade Ii LIHTC	78	—	—
Promanade I LIHTC	68	—	—
Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 LIHTCPB Section 8	31	$374	—
Sunflower Hill at Irby Ranch LIHTCPB Section 8	31	—	—
Promenade 1 §811 PRA	0	—	—
Promenade Ii §811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pleasanton (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
Anton Hacienda Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	168	—	—
Kottinger Gardens Phase 2 LIHTCPB Section 8	31	$374	—
Sunflower Hill at Irby Ranch LIHTCPB Section 8	31	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Pleasanton

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
Ridgeview Commons LIHTC	200	—	—
Gardens at Ironwood Senior Apts LIHTC	172	—	—
Greenbriar LIHTC	100	—	—
Promanade Ii LIHTC	78	—	—
Promanade I LIHTC	68	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pleasanton

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.