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

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in San Ysidro with approximately 1,260 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

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

Tenant-paid rents in San Ysidro's assisted buildings typically range from about $410 to $746 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 Ysidro?

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 Ysidro, CA

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in San Ysidro with roughly 1,260 assisted units — including 7 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 $410 to $746 per month.

assisted properties

1,260

subsidized units

$578

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in San Ysidro

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Villa Nueva Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8	389	$685	—
Vista Terrace Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	262	$746	—
Rio Vista Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	161	—	—
Rio Vista Apts LIHTC	158	—	—
Verbena Family Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Park Haven Three LIHTC	66	—	—
Del Prado PB Section 8	59	$533	—
El Pedregal Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Vista Lane Ct PB Section 8	40	$410	—

Section 8 apartments in San Ysidro (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
Villa Nueva Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8	389	$685	—
Vista Terrace Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	262	$746	—
Rio Vista Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	161	—	—
Verbena Family Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Del Prado PB Section 8	59	$533	—
El Pedregal Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Vista Lane Ct PB Section 8	40	$410	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in San Ysidro

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
Rio Vista Apts LIHTC	158	—	—
Park Haven Three LIHTC	66	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in San Ysidro

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.