How many low income apartments are in San Joaquin, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in San Joaquin with approximately 289 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in San Joaquin?

Tenant-paid rents in San Joaquin's assisted buildings typically range from about $523 to $597 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 San Joaquin?

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 San Joaquin, CA

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in San Joaquin with roughly 289 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $523 to $597 per month. Median reported wait: about 38 months.

assisted properties

289

subsidized units

$560

typical rent

38 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in San Joaquin

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cazares Terrace-huron Public Housing	71	$523	38 mo
Garden Valley Homes 1 Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	70	—	—
Garden Valley Homes Ii PB Section 8	48	$597	—
California Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
San Joaquin Apts LIHTC	38	—	—
San Joaquin Senior Apts LIHTC	20	—	—

Section 8 apartments in San Joaquin (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
Garden Valley Homes 1 Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	70	—	—
Garden Valley Homes Ii PB Section 8	48	$597	—

Public housing developments in San Joaquin

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
Cazares Terrace-huron Public Housing	71	$523	38 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in San Joaquin

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
California Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
San Joaquin Apts LIHTC	38	—	—
San Joaquin Senior Apts LIHTC	20	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in San Joaquin

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.