How many low income apartments are in Poway, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Poway with approximately 741 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Poway?

Tenant-paid rents in Poway's assisted buildings typically range from about $618 to $618 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 Poway?

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 Poway, CA

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Poway with roughly 741 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 11 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $618 to $618 per month.

assisted properties

741

subsidized units

$618

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Poway

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Brookview Senior Housing LIHTC	102	—	—
Park View Terrace LIHTC	91	—	—
Los Arcos Apts LIHTC	84	—	—
Brighton Place LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Hillside Community Apts LIHTC	71	—	—
Poway Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	59	$618	—
Solara LIHTC	56	—	—
Villa de Vida Poway LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—
Oak Knoll Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Orange Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Apollo Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Poway (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
Brighton Place LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Poway Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	59	$618	—
Villa de Vida Poway LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—
Oak Knoll Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Orange Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Apollo Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Poway

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
Brookview Senior Housing LIHTC	102	—	—
Park View Terrace LIHTC	91	—	—
Los Arcos Apts LIHTC	84	—	—
Hillside Community Apts LIHTC	71	—	—
Solara LIHTC	56	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Poway

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.