Renting · Section 8

Data from November 2026

Renting in San Diego County, California

San Diego County has a HUD fair market rent of $2,823 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $2,246 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $54.29 an hour, full time.

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Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms: $2,823; a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027; 7% more than in California
Typical rent: $2,246; a month, Census, Average 2020–2024; 10% more than in California
Wage needed: $54.29; an hour, 2 bedrooms; Or $112,920 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
Rent-burdened households: 58%; spend 30% or more of income on rent; 4% more than in California

Source: Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site) Source: American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates Average 2020–2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (external site)

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Nearby, in Imperial County, the typical rent is $1,056: 53% less than in San Diego County ($2,246).

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).

Fair market rent

What HUD sets for each size

Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in San Diego County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.

The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)

According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in San Diego County was $2,967 a month in September 2026: 2.2% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data

Fair market rent and wage needed To pay the fair market rent without spending more than 30% of income, working full time (40 hours a week).

Fair market rent and wage needed. To pay the fair market rent without spending more than 30% of income, working full time (40 hours a week).
Size	Fair rent per month	Hourly wage	Income needed per year
Studio	$2,192	$42.15	$87,680
1 bedroom	$2,335	$44.90	$93,400
2 bedrooms	$2,823	$54.29	$112,920
3 bedrooms	$3,743	$71.98	$149,720
4 bedrooms	$4,526	$87.04	$181,040

HUD area: San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027

By ZIP code

The fair market rent for your ZIP code

HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 118 ZIP codes in San Diego County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.

For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,750 in 92004 to $4,230 in 92155. 59 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($2,823).

Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)

Fair market rent by ZIP code, HUD area and size, Fiscal year 2027. A ZIP code that crosses a HUD area line appears once per area.

91901	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,030	$2,160	$2,610	$3,460	$4,180
91902	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,230	$2,370	$2,870	$3,810	$4,600
91905	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,050	$2,180	$2,640	$3,500	$4,240
91906	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,610	$1,720	$2,080	$2,760	$3,340
91910	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,010	$2,140	$2,590	$3,430	$4,150
91911	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,070	$2,200	$2,660	$3,530	$4,260
91913	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,900	$3,090	$3,740	$4,960	$6,000
91914	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,200	$3,410	$4,120	$5,460	$6,610
91915	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,960	$3,150	$3,810	$5,050	$6,110
91916	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,100	$2,270	$2,820	$3,770	$4,590
91917	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,120	$2,260	$2,730	$3,620	$4,380
91931	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,370	$2,530	$3,060	$4,050	$4,910
91932	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,010	$2,140	$2,590	$3,430	$4,150
91934	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,170	$2,310	$2,790	$3,700	$4,470
91935	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,120	$2,260	$2,730	$3,620	$4,380
91941	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,040	$2,180	$2,630	$3,490	$4,220
91942	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,200	$2,350	$2,840	$3,770	$4,550
91945	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,820	$1,940	$2,350	$3,120	$3,770
91948	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,180	$2,320	$2,810	$3,720	$4,500
91950	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,720	$1,840	$2,220	$2,940	$3,560
91962	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,550	$2,720	$3,290	$4,360	$5,280
91963	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
91977	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,880	$2,000	$2,420	$3,210	$3,880
91978	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,280	$2,430	$2,940	$3,900	$4,710
91980	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92003	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,140	$2,280	$2,760	$3,660	$4,430
92004	El Centro, CA	$1,310	$1,410	$1,750	$2,340	$2,860
92004	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,310	$1,410	$1,750	$2,340	$2,860
92007	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,920	$3,110	$3,760	$4,990	$6,030
92008	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,520	$2,690	$3,250	$4,310	$5,210
92009	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,850	$3,040	$3,670	$4,870	$5,880
92010	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,830	$3,020	$3,650	$4,840	$5,850
92011	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,140	$3,350	$4,050	$5,370	$6,490
92014	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,240	$3,450	$4,170	$5,530	$6,690
92019	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,200	$2,350	$2,840	$3,770	$4,550
92020	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,950	$2,080	$2,510	$3,330	$4,020
92021	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,890	$2,020	$2,440	$3,240	$3,910
92024	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,860	$3,040	$3,680	$4,880	$5,900
92025	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,010	$2,140	$2,590	$3,430	$4,150
92026	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,170	$2,320	$2,800	$3,710	$4,490
92027	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,940	$2,070	$2,500	$3,310	$4,010
92028	Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA	$1,790	$1,900	$2,300	$3,050	$3,690
92028	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,790	$1,900	$2,300	$3,050	$3,690
92029	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,350	$2,510	$3,030	$4,020	$4,860
92036	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,730	$1,840	$2,230	$2,960	$3,580
92037	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,620	$2,800	$3,380	$4,480	$5,420
92040	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,930	$2,050	$2,480	$3,290	$3,980
92054	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,050	$2,180	$2,640	$3,500	$4,230
92055	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,320	$2,470	$3,110	$4,190	$5,090
92056	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,570	$2,740	$3,310	$4,390	$5,310
92057	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,340	$2,500	$3,020	$4,000	$4,840
92058	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,210	$2,360	$2,880	$3,840	$4,660
92059	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,550	$1,650	$1,990	$2,650	$3,220
92060	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,480	$1,570	$1,920	$2,560	$3,120
92061	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,870	$2,030	$2,520	$3,350	$4,080
92064	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,310	$2,460	$2,970	$3,940	$4,760
92065	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,950	$2,080	$2,510	$3,330	$4,050
92066	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,430	$1,520	$1,840	$2,440	$2,950
92067	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,810	$3,000	$3,630	$4,810	$5,810
92069	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92070	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,730	$1,850	$2,250	$3,000	$3,640
92071	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,140	$2,280	$2,750	$3,650	$4,410
92075	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,060	$3,260	$3,940	$5,220	$6,320
92078	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,480	$2,640	$3,190	$4,230	$5,110
92081	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,420	$2,580	$3,120	$4,140	$5,000
92082	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,590	$1,700	$2,050	$2,720	$3,290
92083	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,170	$2,310	$2,790	$3,700	$4,470
92084	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,020	$2,150	$2,600	$3,450	$4,170
92086	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,430	$1,520	$1,840	$2,440	$2,950
92091	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,680	$2,860	$3,510	$4,690	$5,700
92092	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92093	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,600	$2,780	$3,360	$4,450	$5,380
92096	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92101	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,180	$3,380	$4,090	$5,420	$6,560
92102	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,100	$2,230	$2,700	$3,580	$4,330
92103	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,490	$2,660	$3,210	$4,260	$5,150
92104	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,260	$2,410	$2,910	$3,860	$4,670
92105	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,780	$1,890	$2,290	$3,040	$3,670
92106	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,270	$2,420	$2,930	$3,880	$4,700
92107	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,460	$2,620	$3,170	$4,200	$5,080
92108	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,200	$3,410	$4,120	$5,460	$6,610
92109	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,700	$2,880	$3,480	$4,610	$5,580
92110	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,520	$2,690	$3,250	$4,310	$5,210
92111	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92113	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,740	$1,850	$2,240	$2,970	$3,590
92114	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,880	$2,000	$2,420	$3,210	$3,880
92115	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,060	$2,190	$2,650	$3,510	$4,250
92116	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,220	$2,370	$2,860	$3,790	$4,590
92117	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,180	$2,320	$2,810	$3,730	$4,510
92118	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,280	$3,500	$4,230	$5,610	$6,780
92119	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,280	$2,430	$2,940	$3,900	$4,710
92120	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,410	$2,570	$3,110	$4,120	$4,990
92121	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,550	$2,720	$3,290	$4,360	$5,280
92122	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,870	$3,060	$3,700	$4,910	$5,930
92123	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,790	$2,970	$3,590	$4,760	$5,760
92124	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,110	$3,320	$4,010	$5,320	$6,430
92126	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,700	$2,880	$3,480	$4,610	$5,580
92127	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,650	$2,820	$3,410	$4,520	$5,470
92128	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,800	$2,990	$3,610	$4,790	$5,790
92129	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,400	$2,560	$3,090	$4,100	$4,950
92130	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,280	$3,500	$4,230	$5,610	$6,780
92131	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,070	$3,270	$3,950	$5,240	$6,330
92132	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92134	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,110	$3,300	$3,990	$5,290	$6,410
92135	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,280	$3,500	$4,230	$5,610	$6,780
92136	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,730	$1,850	$2,230	$2,960	$3,580
92139	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,120	$2,260	$2,730	$3,620	$4,380
92140	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,970	$3,160	$3,820	$5,070	$6,130
92145	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,650	$2,820	$3,410	$4,520	$5,470
92147	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,640	$2,820	$3,410	$4,510	$5,470
92154	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,150	$2,290	$2,770	$3,670	$4,440
92155	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$3,280	$3,500	$4,230	$5,610	$6,780
92161	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92173	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$1,790	$1,910	$2,310	$3,060	$3,700
92179	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,150	$2,290	$2,770	$3,670	$4,440
92182	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,190	$2,330	$2,820	$3,740	$4,520
92672	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA	$2,640	$2,680	$3,140	$4,260	$5,100
92672	Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, CA	$2,640	$2,680	$3,140	$4,260	$5,100

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91901 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,610$3,460
91902 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,870$3,810
91905 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,640$3,500
91906 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,080$2,760
91910 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,590$3,430
91911 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,660$3,530
91913 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,740$4,960
91914 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,120$5,460
91915 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,810$5,050
91916 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,770
91917 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,730$3,620
91931 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,060$4,050
91932 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,590$3,430
91934 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,790$3,700
91935 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,730$3,620
91941 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,630$3,490
91942 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,840$3,770
91945 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,350$3,120
91948 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,810$3,720
91950 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,220$2,940
91962 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,290$4,360
91963 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
91977 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,420$3,210
91978 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,940$3,900
91980 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92003 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,760$3,660
92004 · El Centro, CA $1,750$2,340
92004 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $1,750$2,340
92007 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,760$4,990
92008 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,250$4,310
92009 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,670$4,870
92010 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,650$4,840
92011 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,050$5,370
92014 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,170$5,530
92019 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,840$3,770
92020 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,510$3,330
92021 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,440$3,240
92024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,680$4,880
92025 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,590$3,430
92026 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,800$3,710
92027 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,500$3,310
92028 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $2,300$3,050
92028 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,300$3,050
92029 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,030$4,020
92036 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,230$2,960
92037 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,380$4,480
92040 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,480$3,290
92054 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,640$3,500
92055 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,110$4,190
92056 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,310$4,390
92057 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,020$4,000
92058 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,880$3,840
92059 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $1,990$2,650
92060 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $1,920$2,560
92061 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,520$3,350
92064 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,970$3,940
92065 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,510$3,330
92066 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $1,840$2,440
92067 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,630$4,810
92069 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92070 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,250$3,000
92071 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,750$3,650
92075 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,940$5,220
92078 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,190$4,230
92081 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,120$4,140
92082 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,050$2,720
92083 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,790$3,700
92084 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,600$3,450
92086 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $1,840$2,440
92091 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,510$4,690
92092 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92093 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,360$4,450
92096 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92101 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,090$5,420
92102 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,700$3,580
92103 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,210$4,260
92104 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,910$3,860
92105 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,290$3,040
92106 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,930$3,880
92107 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,170$4,200
92108 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,120$5,460
92109 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,480$4,610
92110 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,250$4,310
92111 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92113 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,240$2,970
92114 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,420$3,210
92115 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,650$3,510
92116 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,860$3,790
92117 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,810$3,730
92118 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,230$5,610
92119 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,940$3,900
92120 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,110$4,120
92121 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,290$4,360
92122 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,700$4,910
92123 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,590$4,760
92124 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,010$5,320
92126 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,480$4,610
92127 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,410$4,520
92128 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,610$4,790
92129 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,090$4,100
92130 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,230$5,610
92131 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,950$5,240
92132 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92134 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,990$5,290
92135 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,230$5,610
92136 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,230$2,960
92139 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,730$3,620
92140 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,820$5,070
92145 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,410$4,520
92147 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,410$4,510
92154 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,770$3,670
92155 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $4,230$5,610
92161 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92173 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,310$3,060
92179 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,770$3,670
92182 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $2,820$3,740
92672 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $3,140$4,260
92672 · Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, CA $3,140$4,260

Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)

Rent burden

How many households spend too much

HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In San Diego County, 58% of renter households are in that position; in California, 55%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).

Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.

58%

of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.

532,140 households rent in San Diego County

Spend half or more of their income 30%
Spend 30% or more, but less than half 28%
Spend less than 30% 42%

Compared with the state and the country

San Diego 58%
California 55%
United States 51%

Low-income apartments

Low-income apartments in San Diego County

with tax credits (LIHTC): 290
HUD-assisted: 97
public housing: 5

34,883 homes in all; 32,886 of them low-income, according to HUD.

Meadowbrook Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 7844 Paradise Valley Rd, San Diego 92139 448 homes, 443 low-income · 2 bd: 304 · 3 bd: 144 · In service since 2013 · For families · (619) 479-6565
Villa Nueva Apts (san Ysidro) Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3604 Beyer Blvd, San Ysidro 92173 398 homes, 395 low-income · 2 bd: 91 · 3 bd: 271 · 4 bd: 36 · In service since 2008 · For families · (619) 428-2291
Summercrest HUD-assisted 2623 E Plaza Blvd, National City 91950 372 low-income homes · For families · (619) 475-2125
Summercrest Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2615 E Plaza Blvd, National City 91950 372 homes, 368 low-income · Studio: 84 · 1 bd: 56 · 2 bd: 168 · 3 bd: 64 · In service since 2019 · For families
Canyon Rim Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 10931 Gerana St, San Diego 92129 504 homes, 353 low-income · 2 bd: 440 · 3 bd: 64 · In service since 2001
Villa Loma Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6421 Tobria Ter, Carlsbad 92011 344 homes, 341 low-income · 1 bd: 120 · 2 bd: 120 · 3 bd: 96 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1995 · For families
Coronado Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 1151 25th St, San Diego 92154 312 homes, 310 low-income · 2 bd: 268 · 3 bd: 44 · In service since 2001
President John Adams Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 5471 Bayview Heights Pl, San Diego 92105 300 homes, 299 low-income · 1 bd: 44 · 2 bd: 198 · 3 bd: 44 · In service since 1999
Island Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1245 Market St, San Diego 92101 280 low-income homes · Studio: 281 · In service since 2003
Studio 15 Tax credit (LIHTC) 1475 Imperial Ave, San Diego 92101 275 homes, 274 low-income · Studio: 274 · 1 bd: 1 · In service since 2009
Heritage Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1325 Santa Olivia Rd, Chula Vista 91913 271 homes, 268 low-income · 1 bd: 90 · 2 bd: 115 · 3 bd: 54 · 4 bd: 12 · In service since 2019
Park Villas Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 817 Eta St, National City 91950 268 low-income homes · 2 bd: 172 · 3 bd: 96 · In service since 1998
Sea Breeze Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 4888 Logan Ave, San Diego 92113 268 low-income homes · 2 bd: 100 · 3 bd: 168 · In service since 2008 · For families · (619) 527-0741
Vista Terrace Hills Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1790 Del Sur Blvd, San Ysidro 92173 262 low-income homes · 2 bd: 2 · 3 bd: 208 · 4 bd: 52 · In service since 2001 · For families · (619) 428-1125
Lancaster Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1551 Saturn Blvd, San Diego 92154 248 homes, 245 low-income · 2 bd: 200 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 1999
Canyon Rim Apartments HUD-assisted 10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego 92129 504 homes, 244 low-income · For families
Coronado Terrace Apartments HUD-assisted 1183 25th St, Otay Mesa 92154 312 homes, 243 low-income · For families · (619) 423-5804
Bridgeport Properties II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4283 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego 92105 244 homes, 242 low-income · 1 bd: 125 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 47 · In service since 1999
Vista La Rosa Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 2002 Rimbey Ave, San Diego 92154 240 homes, 238 low-income · 2 bd: 200 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2001 · For families · (619) 423-6094
Stratton Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3884 1/2 Caminito Aguilar, San Diego 92111 312 homes, 217 low-income · 2 bd: 193 · 3 bd: 25 · In service since 2000 · For families · (858) 278-5200
Cathedral Arms HUD-assisted 3911 Park Blvd, San Diego 92103 206 homes, 205 low-income · For older adults · (619) 291-3883
Fairbanks Ridge at del Sur Tax credit (LIHTC) 16016 Babcock St, San Diego 92127 204 homes, 202 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 84 · In service since 2006 · For families
Murray Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 5700 Cowles Mountain Blvd, La Mesa 91942 218 homes, 198 low-income · For families
Cypress Cove Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 260 N Midway Dr, Escondido 92027 200 homes, 198 low-income · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 100 · 3 bd: 50 · In service since 2016
Luther Tower Tax credit (LIHTC) 1455 2nd Ave, San Diego 92101 200 homes, 198 low-income · Studio: 108 · 1 bd: 91 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2018
Market Square Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 525 14th St, San Diego 92101 200 homes, 198 low-income · Studio: 200 · In service since 2003
Cypress Cove Tax credit (LIHTC) 260 N Midway Dr, Escondido 92027 198 homes, 196 low-income · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 100 · 3 bd: 50 · In service since 2000
Sorrento Tower Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 2875 Cowley Way, San Diego 92110 198 homes, 196 low-income · Studio: 130 · 1 bd: 67 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2011 · For older adults · (619) 276-1775
Sierra Vista Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 435 Autumn Dr, San Marcos 92069 192 homes, 190 low-income · 2 bd: 96 · 3 bd: 96 · In service since 2000 · For families
Terraces Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1301 Morning View Dr, Escondido 92026 190 homes, 188 low-income · 1 bd: 52 · 2 bd: 77 · 3 bd: 55 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1996 · For families
Woodglen Vista Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 10450 N Magnolia Ave, Santee 92071 188 low-income homes · 1 bd: 44 · 2 bd: 96 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2017 · For families
Congregational Tower Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 288 F St, Chula Vista 91910 186 homes, 184 low-income · Studio: 124 · 1 bd: 61 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2014 · For older adults · (619) 420-8700
Granger Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 2700 E 8th St, National City 91950 180 homes, 178 low-income · 1 bd: 158 · 2 bd: 22 · In service since 2017 · For families
La Costa Paloma Tax credit (LIHTC) 1953 Dove Ln, Carlsbad 92009 180 homes, 178 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 47 · 3 bd: 72 · 4 bd: 29 · In service since 2005 · For families
Cathedral Plaza HUD-assisted 1551 3rd Ave, San Diego 92101 223 homes, 172 low-income · For older adults · (619) 234-0093
Bella Vista Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 4742 Solola Ave, San Diego 92113 170 homes, 169 low-income · 1 bd: 52 · 2 bd: 94 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2018 · For families · (619) 527-8600
Vintage Point Senior Apts Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1923 Bush St, Oceanside 92058 186 homes, 168 low-income · 1 bd: 114 · 2 bd: 55 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
Palomar Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 171 Palomar St, Chula Vista 91911 168 homes, 167 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 104 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2009 · For families
Terra Cotta Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 523 Rush Dr, San Marcos 92078 168 homes, 167 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 96 · 3 bd: 56 · In service since 2000 · For families
Hunters Pointe Tax credit (LIHTC) 7270 Calle Plata, Carlsbad 92009 168 homes, 166 low-income · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 72 · In service since 2007 · For families
Grace Tower HUD-assisted 3955 Park Blvd, San Diego 92103 168 homes, 165 low-income · For older adults
Park Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 4238 54th Pl, San Diego 92115 166 homes, 164 low-income · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 136 · 3 bd: 27 · In service since 2000
Fairbanks Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 15870 Camino San Bernardo, San Diego 92127 165 homes, 163 low-income · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 80 · 3 bd: 66 · In service since 2014 · For families
Grandon Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1605 Grandon Ave, San Marcos 92078 161 homes, 160 low-income · 1 bd: 53 · 2 bd: 108 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
Village Grove Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 660 N Quince St, Escondido 92025 161 homes, 160 low-income · 1 bd: 160 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2014
Wesley Terrace HUD-assisted 5343 Monroe Ave, San Diego 92115 161 homes, 160 low-income · For older adults · (619) 582-8100
Rio Vista Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1190 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro 92173 161 homes, 159 low-income · 2 bd: 120 · 3 bd: 41 · In service since 2014
Rio Vista Apts (san Ysidro) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1180 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro 92173 158 low-income homes · 2 bd: 121 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 1998
Bridgeport Properties I Tax credit (LIHTC) 4283 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego 92105 157 homes, 155 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 78 · 3 bd: 55 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1999
Copper Creek Apts 4 Percent Tax credit (LIHTC) 1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos 92078 156 homes, 155 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 62 · 3 bd: 62 · In service since 2004 · For families
San Diego Square Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1055 9th Ave, San Diego 92101 156 homes, 154 low-income · 1 bd: 155 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
Morgan Towers HUD-assisted 1415 D Ave, National City 91950 152 homes, 151 low-income · For older adults
Westminster Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1730 3rd Ave, San Diego 92101 156 homes, 150 low-income · Studio: 91 · 1 bd: 61 · In service since 2015 · For older adults · (619) 233-7001
Horton House HUD-assisted 333 G St, San Diego 92101 153 homes, 150 low-income · For older adults
City Heights Senior Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 4065 43rd St, San Diego 92105 151 homes, 150 low-income · Studio: 71 · 1 bd: 79 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2007 · For older adults
Kimball Tower Tax credit (LIHTC) 1317 D Ave, National City 91950 151 homes, 149 low-income · 1 bd: 150 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2020 · For older adults
Rancho Buena Vista Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2155 Corte Vis, Chula Vista 91915 150 homes, 149 low-income · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 80 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2005 · For families
Alpha Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 550 14th St, San Diego 92101 150 homes, 148 low-income · Studio: 148 · 1 bd: 2 · In service since 2015
Columbia Tower HUD-assisted 904 State St, San Diego 92101 150 homes, 148 low-income · For older adults · (619) 696-0201
Versa at Civita Tax credit (LIHTC) 2365 Via Alta, San Diego 92108 150 homes, 148 low-income · Studio: 14 · 1 bd: 106 · 2 bd: 30 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
Bella Vista Apts Phase III Tax credit (LIHTC) 545 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon 92021 148 low-income homes · 2 bd: 150 · In service since 1998
Town and Country Tax credit (LIHTC) 4015, 4030, 4045, 4060, 4065, 4066, 4072-4092, and 4075-4091 Messina Dr; 201-205, 207-213, 217, 221-, San Diego 92113 145 homes, 143 low-income · 2 bd: 79 · 3 bd: 66 · In service since 2017
Shadow Way Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4707 Yuma Ave, Oceanside 92057 144 homes, 143 low-income · 2 bd: 144 · In service since 2009
Lexington Green Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1415 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon 92019 144 homes, 142 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 88 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2007 · For families
The Landings II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1764 Java Way, Chula Vista 91915 143 homes, 141 low-income · 2 bd: 143 · In service since 2011 · For families
15th & Commercial Tax credit (LIHTC) 1501 Imperial Ave, San Diego 92101 139 low-income homes · Studio: 139 · 1 bd: 1 · In service since 2011
Paseo La Paz Tax credit (LIHTC) 160 W Seaward Ave, San Diego 92173 139 homes, 137 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 79 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2019
Laurel Tree Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1307 Laurel Tree Ln, Carlsbad 92011 138 homes, 136 low-income · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 46 · 4 bd: 46 · In service since 2000 · For families
Villa Serena Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 339 Marcos St, San Marcos 92069 136 low-income homes · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 99 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1999
Vintage Pointe Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1701 Bush St, Oceanside 92058 136 low-income homes · In service since 1997 · For older adults
Spring Villa Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8768 Jamacha Rd, Spring Valley 91977 136 homes, 135 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 112 · In service since 2007 · For families
16th & Market Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1550 Market St, San Diego 92101 136 homes, 134 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 52 · 3 bd: 44 · In service since 2009 · For families
Laurel Park Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 10122 Buena Vista Ave, Santee 92071 133 homes, 131 low-income · 1 bd: 105 · 2 bd: 28 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
Villa Serena Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1201 Medical Center Dr, Chula Vista 91911 132 homes, 131 low-income · 1 bd: 112 · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 2000
Key Largo Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 380 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon 92021 132 homes, 130 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 70 · 3 bd: 42 · In service since 2012 · For families · (619) 444-6654
Vista del Sol Tax credit (LIHTC) 1545 Q Ave, National City 91950 132 homes, 130 low-income · 1 bd: 81 · 2 bd: 47 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1999
Sanford Hotel Tax credit (LIHTC) 1301 5th Ave, San Diego 92101 130 low-income homes · In service since 1989 · For older adults
City Heights Ten Tax credit (LIHTC) 3830 43rd St, San Diego 92105 132 homes, 129 low-income · Studio: 4 · 1 bd: 46 · 2 bd: 73 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 2014
Lions Community Manor HUD-assisted 310 Market St, San Diego 92101 131 homes, 129 low-income · For older adults
Carlton Villas Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 9345 Carlton Oaks Dr, Santee 92071 130 homes, 129 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 68 · 3 bd: 38 · In service since 2018 · For families · (619) 449-7343
Broadway Apts. I HUD-assisted 1562 E Main St, El Cajon 92021 161 homes, 128 low-income · For families
Paseo at Comm22 (fka Comm22 Family Housing) Tax credit (LIHTC) 2225 Commercial St, San Diego 92113 130 homes, 128 low-income · 1 bd: 34 · 2 bd: 62 · 3 bd: 34 · In service since 2014 · For families
Celadon at 9th and Broadway Tax credit (LIHTC) 929 9th Ave, San Diego 92101 129 homes, 128 low-income · Studio: 114 · 1 bd: 15 · In service since 2015
La Mesa-Springs Apt HUD-assisted 8070 Orange Ave, La Mesa 91942 129 homes, 128 low-income · For older adults
Guadalupe Plaza HUD-assisted 4142 42nd St, San Diego 92105 126 homes, 124 low-income · For older adults
Lakeshore Villa HUD-assisted 6888 Golfcrest Dr, San Diego 92119 126 homes, 124 low-income · For older adults · (619) 463-9611
Silvercrest San Diego HUD-assisted 727 E St, San Diego 92101 125 homes, 124 low-income · For older adults · (619) 699-7272
Green Manor HUD-assisted 4041 Ibis St, San Diego 92103 149 homes, 122 low-income · For older adults · (619) 297-1601
Vista Terraza Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 7735 Via Solare, San Diego 92129 123 homes, 122 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 71 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2006 · For families
Island Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3545 Island Ave, San Diego 92102 122 low-income homes · 2 bd: 109 · 3 bd: 13 · In service since 2000
Town Center Manor Public housing 434 F St, Chula Vista 91910 121 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the County of San Diego · Average payment: $756 a month · Average wait: 162 months · (858) 694-4801
Rancho Santa Fe Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 500 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd, San Marcos 92078 120 homes, 119 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 72 · In service since 2005 · For older adults
Royal Heights Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12135 Royal Rd, El Cajon 92021 120 homes, 119 low-income · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 60 · In service since 2000 · For families
Dove Canyon Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 16507 Dove Canyon Rd, San Diego 92127 120 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2004 · For families
Metro Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 4071 39th St, San Diego 92105 120 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 24 · 4 bd: 12 · In service since 2004 · For families
Rancho del Norte Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 16775 Saintsbury Gln, San Diego 92127 119 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 47 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2005 · For families
Stregis Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 1025 Broadway, Chula Vista 91911 119 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 109 · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 2000
Ten Fifty B Apts Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 1050 B St, San Diego 92101 118 homes, 117 low-income · Studio: 33 · 1 bd: 7 · 2 bd: 25 · 3 bd: 53 · In service since 2010 · For families
San Martin de Porres Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 9119 Jamacha Rd, Spring Valley 91977 116 homes, 115 low-income · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2000 · For families
Melrose Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 1820 Melrose Dr, San Marcos 92078 114 homes, 113 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 63 · 3 bd: 39 · In service since 2006 · For families
Villa Escondido Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 511 E Grand Ave, Escondido 92025 112 low-income homes · In service since 2001 · For older adults
Arbor Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4914 Logan Ave, San Diego 92113 112 homes, 111 low-income · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 25 · 3 bd: 51 · In service since 2010 · For families
Torrey del Mar Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 13875 Carmel Valley Rd, San Diego 92130 112 homes, 110 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2002 · For families
Ten Fifty B Apts Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1050 B St, San Diego 92101 111 homes, 109 low-income · Studio: 35 · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 21 · In service since 2010 · For families
Paradise Creek Housing I (aka National City Westside-Infill Tod Witod) Tax credit (LIHTC) 2100 Hoover Ave, National City 91950 109 homes, 108 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 49 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2016 · For families
Crossings (san Diego) Tax credit (LIHTC) 13533 Zinnia Hills Pl, San Diego 92130 108 homes, 107 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 54 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2006 · For families
Las Serenas Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4352 Delta St, San Diego 92113 107 low-income homes · In service since 2006 · For families
Cielo Carmel I Tax credit (LIHTC) 6050 Camino San Fermin, San Diego 92130 107 homes, 106 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 53 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2016 · For families
Oxford Terrace Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 555 Oxford St, Chula Vista 91911 132 homes, 105 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 61 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 2008 · For families · (619) 420-1182
Brisa del Mar Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1689 Broadway, Chula Vista 91911 106 homes, 105 low-income · 2 bd: 52 · 3 bd: 30 · 4 bd: 24 · In service since 2005 · For families
Mariposa Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4651 Red Bluff Pl, Carlsbad 92010 106 homes, 105 low-income · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2004 · For families
Sagewood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 16217 Stonebridge Pkwy, San Diego 92131 106 homes, 105 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 54 · In service since 2006 · For families
Tesoro Grove Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1150 Tesoro Grove Way, San Diego 92154 106 homes, 104 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 37 · 3 bd: 37 · In service since 2003 · For families
Paseo del Oro Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 432 W Mission Rd, San Marcos 92069 120 homes, 103 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 59 · 3 bd: 37 · In service since 2018 · For families
Atmosphere II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1453 4th Ave, San Diego 92101 105 homes, 103 low-income · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2017 · For families
Peppertree Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 8956 Harness St, Spring Valley 91977 104 homes, 103 low-income · 1 bd: 88 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2014 · For older adults
Mariners Cove Apts HUD-assisted 4392 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego 92107 500 homes, 100 low-income · For families · (619) 225-1473
Autumn Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 251 Autumn Dr, San Marcos 92069 103 homes, 100 low-income · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 25 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2010 · For families
Brookview Senior Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 13120 Pomerado Rd, Poway 92064 102 homes, 100 low-income · 1 bd: 84 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 2001 · For older adults
Villa Merced HUD-assisted 1148 Beyer Way, San Diego 92154 102 homes, 100 low-income · For older adults · (619) 423-8325
First Congregational Memorial Tower HUD-assisted 3541 Park Blvd, San Diego 92103 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults
Garden Villas HUD-assisted 1260 3rd Ave, Chula Vista 91911 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults
Garden Villas (fka Kiku Gardens) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1260 Third Ave, Chula Vista 91911 100 homes, 99 low-income · 1 bd: 100 · In service since 2014 · For older adults
Las Flores Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 1411 N Las Flores Dr, San Marcos 92069 100 homes, 99 low-income · 2 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 99 · In service since 2006 · For families
Regency Centre Tax credit (LIHTC) 4765 Home Ave, San Diego 92105 100 homes, 99 low-income · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 67 · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 2000 · For older adults
ST James Plaza HUD-assisted 1052 9th St, Imperial Beach 91932 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults
St. Johns Plaza Apartments HUD-assisted 8150 Broadway, Lemon Grove 91945 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults · (619) 466-5354
Trinity Manor HUD-assisted 3940 Park Blvd, San Diego 92103 100 homes, 99 low-income · For older adults · (619) 297-1512
Fairbanks Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 16050 Potomac Ridge Rd, San Diego 92127 100 homes, 98 low-income · 1 bd: 80 · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 2014 · For older adults
Mountain View Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 4066 Messina Dr, San Diego 92113 145 homes, 97 low-income · 2 bd: 63 · 3 bd: 37 · In service since 1999 · For families
Rancho del Sol Tax credit (LIHTC) 6711 Torenia Trl, San Diego 92130 96 homes, 95 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2016 · For families
Renaissance at North Park Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4330 30th St, San Diego 92104 96 homes, 94 low-income · 1 bd: 87 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 2006 · For older adults
Hollywood Palms II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4372 Home Ave, San Diego 92105 94 homes, 93 low-income · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 28 · 4 bd: 22 · In service since 2018 · For families
Village Green Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4140 Bonillo Dr, San Diego 92115 93 homes, 92 low-income · 2 bd: 79 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2010
Del Sol Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3606 Del Sol Blvd, San Diego 92154 92 low-income homes · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 65 · 4 bd: 11 · In service since 2007 · For families
Escondido Gardens Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 500 N Midway Dr, Escondido 92027 92 homes, 91 low-income · 1 bd: 92 · In service since 2019 · For families
Poinsettia Station Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6811 Embarcadero Ln, Carlsbad 92011 92 homes, 91 low-income · In service since 2000
The Landings Tax credit (LIHTC) 2122 Burdock Way, Chula Vista 91915 92 homes, 91 low-income · 3 bd: 92 · In service since 2008 · For families
Windwood Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12730 Briarcrest Pl, San Diego 92130 92 homes, 91 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 21 · 3 bd: 59 · In service since 2003 · For families
Estrella del Mercado Tax credit (LIHTC) 1985 National Ave, San Diego 92113 91 low-income homes · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 33 · In service since 2012 · For families
Park View Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 13250 Civic Center Dr, Poway 92064 91 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 36 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 1998 · For families
Redwood Villa Tax credit (LIHTC) 3060 53rd St, San Diego 92105 92 homes, 90 low-income · 1 bd: 66 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
Summit Rose Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 430 East Washington Avenue, Escondido 92026 91 homes, 90 low-income · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 64 · In service since 2016
Talmadge Senior Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 5252 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego 92115 91 homes, 90 low-income · 1 bd: 88 · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 2006 · For older adults
Villa Harvey Mandel Tax credit (LIHTC) 72 17th St, San Diego 92101 90 low-income homes · Studio: 85 · 1 bd: 5 · In service since 2003
Connections Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 1250 6th Ave, San Diego 92101 92 homes, 89 low-income · Studio: 90 · 1 bd: 2 · In service since 2012
Country Club Apts - Oceanside Tax credit (LIHTC) 201 Country Club Ln, Oceanside 92054 91 homes, 89 low-income · Studio: 11 · 1 bd: 57 · 2 bd: 22 · In service since 2009 · For families
Southwest Summit Rose - Rosewood Tax credit (LIHTC) 460 E Washington Ave, Escondido 92025 91 homes, 89 low-income · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 64 · In service since 1999
Cielo Carmel II Tax credit (LIHTC) 6050 Camino San Fermin, San Diego 92130 90 homes, 89 low-income · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 45 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2016 · For families
Teresina at Lomas Verdes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1250 Santa Cora Ave, Chula Vista 91913 91 homes, 88 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 41 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 1999 · For families
El Cajon Apartments HUD-assisted 180 Ballantyne St, El Cajon 92020 89 homes, 88 low-income · For older adults · (619) 447-3590
Los Vientos Tax credit (LIHTC) 1629 National Ave, San Diego 92113 89 homes, 88 low-income · 2 bd: 49 · 3 bd: 36 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2009 · For families
Dawson Avenue Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4321 52nd St, San Diego 92115 88 homes, 87 low-income · 1 bd: 72 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2010 · For older adults
La Entrada Family Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 1755 Logan Ave, San Diego 92113 85 homes, 84 low-income · 2 bd: 13 · 3 bd: 60 · 4 bd: 12 · In service since 2009 · For families
Lakeside Gardens HUD-assisted 12219 Roberts Way, Lakeside 92040 85 homes, 84 low-income · For older adults · (619) 443-2150
Mission Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1825 Hancock St, San Diego 92110 85 homes, 84 low-income · 2 bd: 82 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 2012 · For families
Zephyr Tax credit (LIHTC) 4370 Alvarado Canyon Rd, San Diego 92120 85 homes, 84 low-income · Studio: 79 · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
Eldorado HUD-assisted 115 S Clementine St, Oceanside 92054 86 homes, 83 low-income · For older adults · (760) 722-1164
Los Arcos Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12740 Gateway Park Rd, Poway 92064 84 homes, 83 low-income · 1 bd: 83 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
Parkview Apts (san Marcos) Tax credit (LIHTC) 363 Autumn Dr, San Marcos 92069 84 homes, 82 low-income · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 38 · 3 bd: 27 · In service since 2014 · For families
Benson Place Apartments (fka: Hollister Apartments) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1010 Outer Rd, San Diego 92154 83 homes, 82 low-income · Studio: 82 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2020 · For people experiencing homelessness
Florida Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3795 Florida St, San Diego 92104 83 homes, 82 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 33 · 3 bd: 26 · In service since 2012 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
Fairbanks Terrace Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 16325 Paseo Del Sur, San Diego 92127 83 homes, 81 low-income · 1 bd: 66 · 2 bd: 17 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
Shadow Hill Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 11017 Woodside Ave, Santee 92071 82 homes, 81 low-income · 2 bd: 42 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2002 · For families
Del Prado - Delta Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3878 Beyer Blvd, San Diego 92173 82 homes, 80 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2013 · For families · (619) 668-1532
The Grove Tax credit (LIHTC) 815 Civic Center Dr, Vista 92084 81 homes, 80 low-income · 1 bd: 66 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2020 · For older adults
New Palace Hotel Tax credit (LIHTC) 1814 5th Ave, San Diego 92101 80 low-income homes · In service since 1991 · For older adults
Bluewater (fka Fairmount Family Housing) Tax credit (LIHTC) 6121 Fairmount Ave, San Diego 92120 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2019 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
Citronica Two Tax credit (LIHTC) 7701 North Ave, Lemon Grove 91945 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 79 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2014 · For older adults, people experiencing homelessness
Fallbrook View Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 901 Alturas Rd, Fallbrook 92028 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2004 · For families
La Mision Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3232 Mission Ave, Oceanside 92058 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 31 · In service since 2008 · For families
Las Ventanas Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 250 W 15th Ave, Escondido 92025 80 homes, 79 low-income · 2 bd: 2 · 3 bd: 78 · In service since 2008 · For families
Lil Jackson Senior Community HUD-assisted Lake Blvd/College, Oceanside 92056 80 homes, 79 low-income · For older adults · (760) 726-2961
Plaza City Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1535 E Plaza Blvd, National City 91950 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 64 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
Silver Sage Tax credit (LIHTC) 9757 Marilla Dr, Lakeside 92040 80 homes, 79 low-income · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 60 · In service since 2010 · For families
Turnagain Arms Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 920 E Mission Rd, Fallbrook 92028 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 41 · 3 bd: 10 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 2009 · For families · (760) 728-9864
Twain Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 4304 Twain Ave, San Diego 92120 80 homes, 79 low-income · Studio: 40 · 1 bd: 40 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
Verbena Family Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3774 Beyer Blvd, San Ysidro 92173 80 homes, 79 low-income · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 53 · In service since 2011 · For families
Maplewood Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 12715 Mapleview St, Lakeside 92040 79 homes, 78 low-income · 2 bd: 51 · 3 bd: 28 · In service since 2016 · For families
Otay Villas Public housing 605 Picador Blvd, San Diego 92154 78 low-income homes · Run by San Diego Housing Commission · Average payment: $1,003 a month · (619) 231-9400
Luna at Pacific Highlands Ranch Tax credit (LIHTC) 6041 Village Way, San Diego 92130 79 homes, 77 low-income · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 20 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2018 · For families
Glen Ridge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3555 Glen Ave, Carlsbad 92010 78 homes, 77 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 29 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2008 · For families
Mesa Commons Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 6470 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego 92115 78 homes, 77 low-income · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 52 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2014 · For families
Rancho Carrillo Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6053 Paseo Acampo, Carlsbad 92009 116 homes, 76 low-income · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 33 · 3 bd: 35 · In service since 1999 · For families
Mission Terrace Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 10210 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego 92108 77 homes, 76 low-income · 1 bd: 37 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 1995 · For families
Wakeland Parkside Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 515 13th St, San Diego 92101 77 homes, 76 low-income · Studio: 25 · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 29 · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 2009
Brighton Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 14045 Brighton Ave, Poway 92064 76 low-income homes · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 33 · In service since 2012 · For families
Golden Age Garden Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 740 S 36th St, San Diego 92113 76 homes, 75 low-income · 1 bd: 75 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2010 · For older adults · (619) 231-7833
Los Robles Apts (VISTA) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1475 Oak Dr, Vista 92084 76 homes, 75 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2013 · For families
TELACU Southbay Manor HUD-assisted 650 E 14th St, National City 91950 76 homes, 75 low-income · For older adults
Torrey Highlands Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 13352 Torrey Meadows Dr, San Diego 92129 76 homes, 75 low-income · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2002 · For families
Casa Colina del Sol Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 5207 52nd Pl, San Diego 92105 75 homes, 74 low-income · 1 bd: 74 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2004 · For older adults
Silvercrest - Chula Vista HUD-assisted 636 3rd Ave, Chula Vista 91910 75 homes, 74 low-income · For older adults · (619) 427-4991
Silvercrest - El Cajon HUD-assisted 175 S Anza St, El Cajon 92020 75 homes, 74 low-income · For older adults · (562) 491-8767
Silvercrest Escondido HUD-assisted 1301 Las Villas Way, Escondido 92026 75 homes, 74 low-income · For older adults · (760) 741-4106
Mar Vista Eldorado HUD-assisted 802 Topeka St, Oceanside 92054 73 homes, 72 low-income · For older adults
Otay Park HUD-assisted 1172 30th St, San Diego 92154 72 low-income homes · For families · (619) 429-7903
Sage Canyon Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1020 Stephanie Ct, San Marcos 92078 72 homes, 71 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2006 · For families
Hillside Community Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12979 Community Rd, Poway 92064 71 homes, 70 low-income · 1 bd: 11 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 33 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2003 · For families
Montecito Village Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1464 Montecito Rd, Ramona 92065 70 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 24 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2009 · For families · (760) 789-6666
Arbor Terrace (san Diego) Tax credit (LIHTC) 3693 Florida St, San Diego 92104 71 homes, 69 low-income · 2 bd: 23 · 3 bd: 33 · 4 bd: 15 · In service since 2009 · For families
Cornerstone Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 230 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon 92020 70 homes, 69 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 22 · In service since 2019 · For families
Mayberry Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4328 Mayberry St, San Diego 92113 70 homes, 69 low-income · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 34 · In service since 2016
Victoria at Comm22 (fka Comm Senior) Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 690 Beardsley St, San Diego 92113 70 homes, 69 low-income · Studio: 15 · 1 bd: 51 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
Villa Alta HUD-assisted 4227 52nd St, San Diego 92115 70 homes, 69 low-income · For older adults · (619) 582-2605
Paseo Pointe Tax credit (LIHTC) 325 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista 92083 69 homes, 68 low-income · Studio: 3 · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 21 · In service since 2015 · For families
Silvercrest- Oceanside HUD-assisted 3839 Lake Blvd, Oceanside 92056 69 homes, 68 low-income · For older adults · (760) 940-0166
Auburn Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5135 University Ave, San Diego 92105 69 homes, 67 low-income · Studio: 10 · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 13 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2007 · For families
Cedar Nettleton Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 245 Cedar Rd, Vista 92083 68 homes, 67 low-income · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 36 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2017 · For families
North Santa Fe Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 301 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista 92084 68 homes, 66 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 29 · 3 bd: 21 · In service since 2016 · For families
Winona Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3810 Winona Ave, San Diego 92105 68 homes, 66 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 31 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2000 · For families
Alabama Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3836 Alabama St, San Diego 92104 67 homes, 66 low-income · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2007 · For older adults
Villa Encantada Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 6290 Akins Ave, San Diego 92114 67 homes, 66 low-income · 2 bd: 45 · 3 bd: 22 · In service since 2018 · For families
Encanto Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 6315 Imperial Ave, San Diego 92114 66 homes, 65 low-income · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2019 · For families
Mariposa Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 604 Richmar Ave, San Marcos 92069 65 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1998
Via Roble Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1553 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido 92025 87 homes, 64 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 21 · In service since 2004 · For families
Promenade at Creekside Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 Creekside Dr, San Marcos 92078 65 homes, 64 low-income · 1 bd: 25 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2016 · For families
Cedar Gateway Tax credit (LIHTC) 1612 6th Ave, San Diego 92101 65 homes, 63 low-income · 1 bd: 23 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 26 · In service since 2012 · For families
Colina Park North Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4333 Dawson Ave, San Diego 92115 64 homes, 63 low-income · Studio: 14 · 1 bd: 39 · 2 bd: 11 · In service since 2007
Schmale Family Senior Residence (fka: Ramona Seniors Apartments) Tax credit (LIHTC) 430 16th St, Ramona 92065 62 homes, 61 low-income · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2019 · For older adults, people experiencing homelessness
The Knolls (san Marcos) Tax credit (LIHTC) 688 Vineyard Rd, San Marcos 92069 62 homes, 61 low-income · 2 bd: 23 · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 22 · In service since 1999 · For families
Juniper Senior Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 215 E Washington Ave, Escondido 92025 61 homes, 60 low-income · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2010 · For older adults
Sonoma Court Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 508 E Mission Ave, Escondido 92025 61 homes, 60 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2014 · For families
Lillian Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1437 J St, San Diego 92101 74 homes, 59 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 23 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2006 · For families
Beyer Courtyard Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3412 Beyer Blvd, San Diego 92173 60 homes, 59 low-income · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2006 · For families
Campina Court Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 9000 Campina Dr, La Mesa 91942 60 homes, 59 low-income · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2014 · For families
George D. McKinney Retirement Center HUD-assisted 5625 Imperial Ave, San Diego 92114 60 homes, 59 low-income · For older adults · (619) 264-1979
Harbor View Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 402 47th St, San Diego 92102 60 homes, 59 low-income · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2019
Poway Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 13001 Bowron Rd, Poway 92064 60 homes, 59 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2012 · For families · (858) 748-6513
Talmadge Gateway Tax credit (LIHTC) 4422 Euclid Ave, San Diego 92115 60 homes, 59 low-income · Studio: 59 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
Spring Valley Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8885 Orville St, Spring Valley 91977 60 homes, 58 low-income · Studio: 16 · 1 bd: 29 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2002
The Allison Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 5020 Federal Blvd, San Diego 92102 58 homes, 57 low-income · Studio: 12 · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2018 · For people experiencing homelessness
Westlake Village Apts Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 417 Autumn Dr, San Marcos 92069 57 homes, 56 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2013 · For families
North River Club HUD-assisted 4520 N River Rd, Oceanside 92057 56 low-income homes · For families · (760) 439-5612
Cassia Heights Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2029 Cassia Rd, Carlsbad 92009 56 homes, 55 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 22 · 3 bd: 22 · In service since 2007 · For families
Citronica One Tax credit (LIHTC) 7775 North Ave, Lemon Grove 91945 56 homes, 55 low-income · Studio: 4 · 1 bd: 11 · 2 bd: 21 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2013 · For families
Old Grove Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 190 Via Pelicano, Oceanside 92057 56 homes, 55 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 17 · In service since 2003 · For families
Solara Tax credit (LIHTC) 13414 Community Rd, Poway 92064 56 homes, 55 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2007 · For families
Pinewood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 241 Wisconsin Ave, El Cajon 92020 55 low-income homes · 1 bd: 47 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 1998
The Crossings at Escondido Tax credit (LIHTC) 752 Mission Grove Pl, Escondido 92025 55 homes, 54 low-income · 2 bd: 38 · 3 bd: 15 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2011 · For families
Casa Puleta Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1445 S 45th St, San Diego 92113 54 homes, 53 low-income · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 27 · 4 bd: 26 · In service since 2002 · For families
Knox Glen Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4770 Logan Ave, San Diego 92113 54 homes, 53 low-income · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 31 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2013 · For families
Villa de Vida Poway Tax credit (LIHTC) 12341 Oak Knoll Rd, Poway 92064 54 homes, 53 low-income · 1 bd: 51 · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 2021 · For people with disabilities
Alpha Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 550 14th St, San Diego 92101 53 low-income homes · Studio: 53 · In service since 2015
The Lofts at Normal Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 3808 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego 92105 53 homes, 52 low-income · Studio: 32 · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
Hacienda Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 350 17th St, San Diego 92101 52 homes, 51 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 1994 · For families
Oak Knoll Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 12509 Oak Knoll Rd, Poway 92064 52 homes, 51 low-income · 2 bd: 52 · In service since 2009
Orange Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 12510 Oak Knoll Rd, Poway 92064 52 homes, 51 low-income · 1 bd: 22 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 2012 · For families
Trolly Park Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 4985 Market St, San Diego 92102 52 homes, 51 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 22 · In service since 2016 · For families
Vista del Puente Tax credit (LIHTC) 1436 S 40th St, San Diego 92113 52 homes, 51 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2018 · For people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
Broadway Apts. II HUD-assisted 1562 E Main St, El Cajon 92021 52 homes, 50 low-income · For families · (619) 442-9467
San Ysidro Senior Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 517 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego 92173 51 homes, 50 low-income · Studio: 50 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2020 · For people experiencing homelessness
Creekside Trails Tax credit (LIHTC) 2129 Coronado Ave, San Diego 92154 50 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2006 · For families
Jean C Mckinney Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 5641 Imperial Ave, San Diego 92114 50 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 50 · In service since 2005 · For older adults
Riverwalk Apts (san Diego) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1194 Hollister St, San Diego 92154 50 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 10 · 3 bd: 21 · In service since 2011 · For families
Tavarua Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3568 Harding St, Carlsbad 92008 50 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2013 · For older adults, people experiencing homelessness
Solterra Tax credit (LIHTC) 151 Chambers St, El Cajon 92020 49 homes, 48 low-income · 1 bd: 46 · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 2013 · For older adults
Vista Grande Tax credit (LIHTC) 5425 Santa Margarita St, San Diego 92114 49 homes, 48 low-income · 2 bd: 3 · 3 bd: 1 · 4 bd: 45 · In service since 2011 · For families
Westlake Village Apts Phase 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 413 Autumn Dr, San Marcos 92069 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2013 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
Cedar Creek Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8616 Fanita Dr, Santee 92071 48 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2010 · For families
Copper Creek Apts 9 Percent Tax credit (LIHTC) 1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos 92078 48 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2004 · For families
Ventaliso II Tax credit (LIHTC) 609 Richmar Ave, San Marcos 92069 48 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2016 · For families
Vista Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 987 Postal Way, Vista 92083 47 homes, 46 low-income · 2 bd: 37 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2013
Cerro Pueblo HUD-assisted 2835 Clairemont Dr, San Diego 92117 46 low-income homes · For older adults · (619) 275-5361
Village Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 34 17th ST, San Diego 92101 46 low-income homes · 1 bd: 45 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1997
Cantebria Senior Homes HUD-assisted 645 Via Cantebria, Encinitas 92024 45 homes, 44 low-income · For older adults
Ccba Senior Garden Tax credit (LIHTC) 438 3rd Ave, San Diego 92101 45 homes, 44 low-income · Studio: 3 · 1 bd: 42 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
El Pedregal Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 104 Averil Rd, San Ysidro 92173 45 homes, 44 low-income · 2 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 20 · 4 bd: 24 · In service since 2010 · For families
Casa Sierra Tax credit (LIHTC) 225 50th St, San Diego 92102 44 low-income homes
Jamacha Glen Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8890 Jamacha Rd, Spring Valley 91977 52 homes, 43 low-income · 2 bd: 14 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2000 · For families
Ouchi Courtyards Tax credit (LIHTC) 5003 Imperial Ave, San Diego 92113 45 homes, 43 low-income · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2017 · For families
Beacon Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1425 C St, San Diego 92101 44 homes, 43 low-income · Studio: 43 · 1 bd: 1 · In service since 2019 · For people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
Cobblestone Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 360 E Washington Ave, Escondido 92025 44 homes, 43 low-income · 3 bd: 44 · In service since 2002 · For families
Forester Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 9570 Via Zapador, Santee 92071 44 homes, 43 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2013 · For families
Springbrook Grove Tax credit (LIHTC) 435 Alturas Rd, Fallbrook 92028 44 homes, 43 low-income · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2010
The Crossings at Escondido Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 1150 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido 92026 44 homes, 43 low-income · 2 bd: 44 · In service since 2015
Eastgate Tax credit (LIHTC) 14 Creekside Dr, San Marcos 92078 42 homes, 41 low-income · Studio: 6 · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 13 · In service since 2017 · For families
Gateway Family Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 1605 Logan Ave, San Diego 92113 42 homes, 41 low-income · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 25 · In service since 2008 · For families
Los Vecinos Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1501 Broadway, Chula Vista 91911 42 homes, 41 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2009 · For families
Mesa Family Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2065 Avenida Del Mexico, San Diego 92154 42 homes, 41 low-income · 2 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 41 · In service since 2002 · For families
Playa del Sol Family Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 5235 Calle Dorado, San Diego 92154 42 homes, 41 low-income · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2019
Seniors on Broadway Tax credit (LIHTC) 845 Broadway, Chula Vista 91911 42 homes, 41 low-income · 1 bd: 41 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2007 · For older adults
Lincoln Hotel Tax credit (LIHTC) 536 5th Ave, San Diego 92101 41 low-income homes · In service since 1998
Juniper Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 4251 Juniper St, San Diego 92105 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2013 · For families
Vista Lane CT HUD-assisted 440 S Vista Ave, San Ysidro 92173 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (619) 690-0224
Vista Verde Public housing 355 S 33rd St, San Diego 92113 40 low-income homes · Run by San Diego Housing Commission · Average payment: $1,088 a month · (619) 231-9400
Cedar Road Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 245 Cedar Rd, Vista 92083 40 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 1996 · For families
Cordova Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 1280 E J St, Chula Vista 91910 40 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1998
Parkside Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4010 Park Haven Ct, San Diego 92113 40 homes, 39 low-income · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 2001
Vista Verde Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 351 S 33rd St, San Diego 92113 40 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 1999 · For families
University Canyon North Public housing 2059 Via Las Cumbres, San Diego 92111 36 low-income homes · Run by San Diego Housing Commission · Average payment: $771 a month · (619) 231-9400
Avocado Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 215 E El Norte Pkwy, Escondido 92026 36 homes, 35 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2013 · For families
Cape Cod Senior Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 1710 Maxson St, Oceanside 92054 36 homes, 35 low-income · 1 bd: 36 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
Citron Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 7385 Broadway, Lemon Grove 91945 36 homes, 35 low-income · Studio: 4 · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 10 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2009 · For families
Adaptable Housing Public housing 2420 44th St, San Diego 92105 35 low-income homes · Run by San Diego Housing Commission · Average payment: $865 a month · (619) 231-9400
C4 Tax credit (LIHTC) 451 Orange Ave, Coronado 92118 35 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 2019 · For older adults, families
Park Villa Apartments HUD-assisted 260 W Park Ave, El Cajon 92020 38 homes, 34 low-income · For families · (833) 865-6621
Laurel Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 909 Leslie Rd, El Cajon 92020 41 homes, 33 low-income · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 5 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1999
Lofts on Landis Tax credit (LIHTC) 240 Landis Ave, Chula Vista 91910 33 homes, 32 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2015 · For families
Solutions Escondido (fka Escondido Site) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1560 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido 92025 33 homes, 32 low-income · 2 bd: 23 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2016
Golden Villa Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3355 Elm St, San Diego 92102 32 low-income homes · In service since 1997 · For families
Peppertree Apartments HUD-assisted 130 14th St, Ramona 92065 32 low-income homes · For families · (760) 789-5110
Casa de Cortez Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 528 De Luz Rd, Fallbrook 92028 32 homes, 31 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 14 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2013 · For families
Independence Point Tax credit (LIHTC) 373 S Willie James Jones Ave, San Diego 92113 32 homes, 31 low-income · 3 bd: 30 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2015 · For families
Orange Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1500 Orange Pl, Escondido 92025 32 homes, 31 low-income · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 11 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1997 · For families
Villa Andalucia Tax credit (LIHTC) 6591 Rancho Del Sol Way, San Diego 92130 32 homes, 31 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2003 · For families
Georgia Street Apt Tax credit (LIHTC) 4105 Georgia St, San Diego 92103 31 homes, 30 low-income · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2012 · For families
Seabreeze Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12757 Seabreeze Farms Dr, San Diego 92130 38 homes, 29 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2001 · For families
Coronado Senior Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 578 Orange Ave, Coronado 92118 30 homes, 29 low-income · 1 bd: 30 · In service since 2007 · For older adults
Post Tax credit (LIHTC) 1252 Palm Ave, Imperial Beach 91932 30 homes, 29 low-income · 1 bd: 29 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2013
Su Casa Por Cortez HUD-assisted 620 Melba Rd, Encinitas 92024 30 homes, 28 low-income · For families · (760) 436-3209
Casa Nettleton Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 160 Nettleton Rd, Vista 92083 28 low-income homes · 2 bd: 2 · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1999 · For families
Grant Heights Park HUD-assisted 2663 J St, San Diego 92102 28 low-income homes · For families
Kalmia Courtyards Tax credit (LIHTC) 234 W Kalmia St, Fallbrook 92028 28 low-income homes · In service since 1997 · For older adults
Park Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1246 Third Ave, Chula Vista 91911 28 low-income homes · In service since 1993 · For families
Grant Heights Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2651 J St, San Diego 92102 28 homes, 27 low-income · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 2002
Torrey Vale Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 6525 Rancho Del Sol Way, San Diego 92130 28 homes, 27 low-income · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2016
Vista Las Flores Tax credit (LIHTC) 6404 Halyard Pl, Carlsbad 92011 28 homes, 27 low-income · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2001 · For families
Villa Glen Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6984 Torrey Santa Fe Rd, San Diego 92129 26 homes, 25 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2003 · For families
Boulevard Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3137 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego 92104 24 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 2009 · For families
Eucalyptus View Co-Operative Tax credit (LIHTC) 1805 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido 92025 24 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 7 · In service since 2001 · For families
The Leah Residence 9th & F Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 798 9th Ave, San Diego 92101 24 homes, 23 low-income · Studio: 12 · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2005
Mercy Gardens HUD-assisted 540 Lewis St, San Diego 92103 23 homes, 22 low-income · For people with disabilities · (619) 255-8891
Vista de Oro Tax credit (LIHTC) 2787 E St, San Diego 92102 22 low-income homes · In service since 1989
Delta Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 4245 Delta St, San Diego 92113 22 homes, 21 low-income · For families · (619) 266-8395
Daybreak Grove/Sunrise Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1245 E Grand Ave, Escondido 92027 21 low-income homes · In service since 1993 · For families
Tousst Teen Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 1404 5th Ave, San Diego 92101 21 low-income homes · Studio: 21 · In service since 1998
Tremont Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1115 S Tremont St, Oceanside 92054 21 homes, 20 low-income · Studio: 9 · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1997
Vista Serena HUD-assisted 3155 L St, San Diego 92102 21 homes, 20 low-income · For older adults · (619) 797-6733
Terramar Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 13481 Silver Ivy Ln, San Diego 92129 20 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 10 · 3 bd: 7 · In service since 2012 · For families
Iris Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 641 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas 92024 19 low-income homes · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2013 · For families
Reese Village HUD-assisted 4809 70th St, San Diego 92115 19 homes, 18 low-income · For people with disabilities · (858) 277-3757
Orange Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 450 Orange Ave, Coronado 92118 18 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2011 · For families
Trolley Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 750 Ada St, Chula Vista 91911 18 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 1999 · For families
525 Orange Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 525 Orange Ave, Coronado 92118 16 low-income homes · Studio: 4 · 1 bd: 11 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2008 · For families
Little Italy Family Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 1528 India St, San Diego 92101 37 homes, 15 low-income · 2 bd: 19 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 1999
Emerald Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 425 W 11th Ave, Escondido 92025 16 homes, 15 low-income · 2 bd: 3 · 3 bd: 8 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1999 · For families
Beachwind Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 624 12th St, Imperial Beach 91932 15 low-income homes · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2009
Big Sister League Residency HUD-assisted 3360 4th Ave, San Diego 92103 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (619) 692-1485
Grant Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 2675 Market St, San Diego 92102 14 low-income homes · In service since 1989 · For families
Downstown - Vista HUD-assisted 1089 Jennifer Cir, Vista 92083 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
Downstown San Marcos HUD-assisted 2248 Tierra Verde, San Marcos 92069 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
Euclid Avenue Apts HUD-assisted 4115 Euclid Ave, San Diego 92105 12 low-income homes · For families
Project Roher HUD-assisted 411 Carlo St, San Marcos 92078 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
Esperanza Garden Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 920 Regal Rd, Encinitas 92024 10 low-income homes · In service since 1994 · For families
La Jolla Marine Apts HUD-assisted 7410 Cuvier St, La Jolla 92037 8 low-income homes · For families
Martin House HUD-assisted 1262 Via Encinos Dr, Fallbrook 92028 7 homes, 6 low-income · For people with disabilities · (760) 721-1706
Anja House HUD-assisted 10045 Anja Pl, Lakeside 92040 6 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (619) 938-2850
Aquilla House HUD-assisted 10200 Aquilla Dr, Lakeside 92040 6 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (619) 938-2850
Grace House HUD-assisted 2507 Hibiscus Ave, Vista 92081 6 low-income homes · For people with disabilities

27 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. These are the 350 with the most low-income homes of the 365 HUD lists; the rest are on HUD's map. Search HUD's map

How to apply

For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information. Source: HUD
You apply for public housing at the housing agency that runs it. The agency looks at your yearly income, whether you are a family, an older adult or a person with a disability, and your U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. If you qualify, your name goes on a waiting list unless they can help you right away. Source: HUD
In tax-credit (LIHTC) apartments, the low-income homes have an income limit, a percentage of the area median income, and a rent cap. Source: 26 U.S.C. §42(g)
In buildings with Section 8 project-based assistance, only low-income households can move in. Source: 24 CFR §5.653(b)
A housing voucher (Section 8) is a separate kind of help: you apply at the public housing agency and use it to rent a home you choose. Source: HUD

This county's income limits Search HUD's map

In public housing, the average payment is what households pay on average for rent and utilities, and the average wait is the time on the list of those who moved in. HUD does not publish those figures where fewer than 11 households reported.

Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.

Section 8

The Section 8 voucher in San Diego County

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 6 agencies serve in San Diego County. Here is what the rules say:

The rules, with their source

You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)

Mixed-status families: how assistance is figured

HUD income limits Yearly income of the whole family, before taxes.

HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA.
People	Extremely low (30%)	Very low (50%)	Low
1 person	$36,750	$61,250	$97,950
2 people	$42,000	$70,000	$111,950
3 people	$47,250	$78,750	$125,950
4 people	$52,450	$87,450	$139,900
5 people	$56,650	$94,450	$151,100
6 people	$60,850	$101,450	$162,300
7 people	$65,050	$108,450	$173,500
8 people	$69,250	$115,450	$184,700

Area median income: $130,900. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026

How much can you earn? Check your case

Possible payment standard

Studio $1,973 – $2,411
1 bedroom $2,102 – $2,569
2 bedrooms $2,541 – $3,105
3 bedrooms $3,369 – $4,117
4 bedrooms $4,073 – $4,979

The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.

Housing agencies that serve this place

San Diego Housing Commission Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 16,385 vouchers · 189 public housing units (619) 231-9400 San Diego Housing Commission: sdhcinfo@sdhc.org
Housing Authority of the County of San Diego Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 12,517 vouchers · 121 public housing units (858) 694-4801 Housing Authority of the County of San Diego: hcds.hhsa@sdcounty.ca.gov
City of Oceanside Community Development Comm Section 8 vouchers · 1,610 vouchers (760) 435-3360 City of Oceanside Community Development Comm: lhines@oceansideca.org
CDC of National City Section 8 vouchers · 1,131 vouchers (619) 336-4259 CDC of National City: mrios@nationalcityca.gov
Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services Section 8 vouchers · 756 vouchers (442) 339-2810 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services: housing@carlsbadca.gov
Housing Authority of the City of Encinitas Section 8 vouchers · 141 vouchers (760) 633-2723 Housing Authority of the City of Encinitas: housing@encinitasca.gov

Housing agencies in California Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026

Your rights as a tenant in California

What California law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.

See your rights, rule by rule

Compare these rules with other states →

A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.

How much can they charge for a deposit?: Up to 1 month of rent; Cal. Civ. Code §1950.5(c)(1), (c)(4)
When must they return my deposit?: 21 days; Cal. Civ. Code §1950.5
If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?: 3 court days; Cal. Code Civ. Proc. §1161(2)
How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?: 30 or 60 days, depending on the case; Cal. Civ. Code §1946.1(b), (c)

Only a court order can remove youCal. Civ. Code §789.3
Protection from retaliationCal. Civ. Code §1942.5
Protection related to immigration statusCal. Civ. Code §1940.3

Help

Where to get help with rent in San Diego County

These HUD-approved agencies have offices in San Diego County. They counsel for free or at low cost.

CN
Credit.org - National City

2140 Hoover Ave, National City · Spanish

Also serves in other languages.
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 5 more
(800) 431-8157
MM
Money Management International - San Diego

3111 Camino Del Rio N Ste 400, San Diego · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Workshops for new owners
- and 3 more
(866) 232-9080
NS
Navicore Solutions- San Diego, CA

1111 6th Ave, San Diego · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 3 more
(866) 472-4557

Rental assistance programs

The ones that serve in San Diego County or the whole state, with what each page says about being open.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): energy bill help

Run by California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD)

One-time payment from the federal LIHEAP program in California to help with your heating or cooling bill, or if your service is about to be shut off

Limited funds remain, per the source
See details

See every agency in California Find legal aid (lsc.gov)

Tool

How much cash do you need to move in?

It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in San Diego County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.

Count power on top of the rent: in California, the average home bill was $161 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs

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Your move

State

We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.

Monthly rentHUD fair market rent$HUD two-bedroom fair market rent (FMR) in San Diego County (FY2027). Enter the rent of the home you want.What you can set aside each month$To see how long it takes to put it together.

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Deposit and rent in advance

The deposit, in

Months of rentDollars

Months of rent for the depositThat is $2,823. We start with an example; enter what you are asked for.Pay the first month before moving inThey also ask for the last month

Application fees$What each application charges, for all the ones you'll fill out.Utility deposits and connection$Electricity, gas, water and internet. Ask each company.The move$Planning example, not a price: $100 to $400 to rent a truck for a day for a move within your city. Get quotes.Pet deposit$Other costs$Boxes, locks, basic furniture.

Let's do the math

Cash to move in

$5,646

What you need before you get the keys.

What adds up

First month: $2,823
Security deposit: $2,823
Total: $5,646

The deposit cap

Pick your state to see whether its law caps the deposit.

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When you'll have it

Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.

What helps

Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.

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This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.

Guides

Before you sign

Frequently asked questions

What is the fair market rent in San Diego County?

According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $2,192; 1 bedroom: $2,335; 2 bedrooms: $2,823; 3 bedrooms: $3,743; 4 bedrooms: $4,526. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.

How much do you need to earn to rent in San Diego County?

Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($2,823) without spending more than 30% of income takes $54.29 an hour full time, or $112,920 a year.

Who qualifies for Section 8 in San Diego County?

Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $87,450 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.

How much does Section 8 pay in San Diego County?

The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $2,541 and $3,105 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.

Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in San Diego County?

For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,750 in 92004 to $4,230 in 92155. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.

How many low-income apartments are there in San Diego County?

HUD lists 365 properties with homes for low-income households in San Diego County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.

How many households spend too much on rent in San Diego County?

Sources and methodology

Fair market rents and income limits come from HUD; typical rent and the burden, from the Census. The wage needed is our calculation: fair market rent × 12 ÷ 30% ÷ full-time hours a year. The voucher rules were read in their official text on the date shown.

Fair Market Rents Fiscal year 2027
Small Area Fair Market Rents Fiscal year 2027
Low-income apartments Retrieved November 6, 2026
American Community Survey Average 2020–2024
Income Limits Fiscal year 2026
Public Housing Agencies Retrieved November 6, 2026
HUD-approved housing counseling agencies Retrieved November 6, 2026

Program rules

24 CFR §888.113, Fair market rents for existing housing: Methodology Verified October 30, 2026
24 CFR §982.503, Payment standard areas, schedule, and amounts Verified October 30, 2026
24 CFR §5.603, Definitions (income) Verified October 30, 2026
24 CFR §982.201, Eligibility and targeting Verified October 30, 2026
24 CFR §982.1, Programs: purpose and structure Verified October 30, 2026
24 CFR §982.508, Maximum family share at initial occupancy Verified October 30, 2026
HUD, Housing Choice Voucher Tenants Verified October 30, 2026

Renting in San Diego County, California

Four numbers to start with

Renting in San Diego County: what sets it apart

What HUD sets for each size

The fair market rent for your ZIP code

How many households spend too much

Compared with the state and the country

Low-income apartments in San Diego County

The Section 8 voucher in San Diego County

The rules, with their source

Possible payment standard

Housing agencies that serve this place

Your rights as a tenant in California

Where to get help with rent in San Diego County

Rental assistance programs

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): energy bill help

How much cash do you need to move in?

Your move

Before you sign

Frequently asked questions

What is the fair market rent in San Diego County?

How much do you need to earn to rent in San Diego County?

Who qualifies for Section 8 in San Diego County?

How much does Section 8 pay in San Diego County?

Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in San Diego County?

How many low-income apartments are there in San Diego County?

How many households spend too much on rent in San Diego County?