How many low income apartments are in Susanville, CA?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Susanville with approximately 383 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Susanville?

Tenant-paid rents in Susanville's assisted buildings typically range from about $394 to $520 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 Susanville?

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 Susanville, CA

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Susanville with roughly 383 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $394 to $520 per month.

assisted properties

383

subsidized units

$457

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Susanville

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Susanville

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Meadowbrook Parkview Garden Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	90	—	—
Susanville Gardens Apts LIHTC	64	—	—
Citrus Manor Apts LIHTC	54	—	—
Mill View Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Susan River Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Lassen Manor I PB Section 8	39	$520	—
Pres. Andrew Jackson Manor PB Section 8	22	$453	—
Lassen Manor Iv §202 Senior	11	$394	—
President Harry S. Tru §202 Senior	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Susanville (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
Meadowbrook Parkview Garden Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	90	—	—
Mill View Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Susan River Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Lassen Manor I PB Section 8	39	$520	—
Pres. Andrew Jackson Manor PB Section 8	22	$453	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Susanville

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
Susanville Gardens Apts LIHTC	64	—	—
Citrus Manor Apts LIHTC	54	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Susanville

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.