Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Calexico, CA
20 affordable buildings in Calexico
Calexico, CA has 20 income-restricted buildings across 1 ZIP code: 17 tax credit, 2 public housing, 3 Section 8, 6 senior, and 7 usda rural. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Calexico
Escalante Plaza
1840 Rockwood Ave Apt 9, Calexico, CA 92231
157 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Calexico
- Residents waited about 54 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Casa Del Sol Homes
1009 Harold Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
95 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Calexico
- Residents waited about 83 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Calexico Gardens
1620 Rockwood Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
39 units · 3 BR
- 12 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Imperial VI
1630, 1639 Rockwood Avenue; 1713 El Centro Street; 1225 E 7th Street; 672, 694 North 3rd Street, Calexico; Seeley; Holtvil, CA 92231
256 units · 250 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Alejandro Rivera Senior Citizens Apts
2151 Rockwood Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
134 units · 133 income-restricted · 1 BR
Victoria Manor Senior Apra
1113 Rancho Frontera Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Villa Dorada Apts
1081 Meadow Dr, Calexico, CA 92231
80 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Cielo Grande Apartments
2420 Rancho Frontera Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
60 units · 2–3 BR
- For farmworker households
Villa Del Sol
1080 Meadow Dr, Calexico, CA 92231
52 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
No buildings in Calexico match this filter.
Programs in Calexico
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
- USDA rural
ZIP codes in Calexico
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in Calexico is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- Housing Authority of the City of CalexicoCall (760) 357-3013
Rents and income limits in 92231
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,440/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $57,600/yr
- Renters in 92231 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
El Centro, CA area · median family income $75,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,000 | $54,400 |
| 2 | $23,350 | $38,850 | $62,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,700 | $69,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,450 | $83,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,250 | $96,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,100 | $102,600 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 92231 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,000 | $938 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,030 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,347 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,940 | $1,819 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,410 | $2,251 |
Wider area = El Centro, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,270 (92273) to $1,760 (92251).
Census figures for 92231 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,092. Median household income $49,742. 50% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 92231's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 92231Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Calexico, CA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Calexico, CA, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Calexico, CA have openings?
These lists for Calexico, CA don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Calexico, CA?
Use the phone number on each building card in Calexico, CA. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Calexico, CA?
In Calexico, CA, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Calexico, CA?
This directory lists 20 income-restricted buildings in Calexico, CA. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Calexico have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Calexico are listed in 92231 (20).
Where do I apply for public housing in Calexico?
Public housing in Calexico is run by Housing Authority of the City of Calexico. Apply with that agency, not at the building. For project-based Section 8 and tax-credit apartments, call the phone number on the building card.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Calexico, CA?
Most income-restricted buildings in Calexico, CA serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $34,000, and $48,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,400 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Calexico, CA?
For many programs in Calexico, CA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,000 a year for 1 person and $48,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,400 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Calexico, CA?
There is no single waiting list for Calexico, CA. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Calexico, CA?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Calexico, CA. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Calexico, CA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Calexico, CA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Calexico, CA is $1,440 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Calexico, CA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Calexico, CA. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Calexico, CA?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Calexico, CA. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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