Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Monterey Park, CA
8 affordable buildings in Monterey Park · 2 ZIP codes
Monterey Park, CA has 8 income-restricted buildings across 2 ZIP codes: 3 tax credit, 5 Section 8, and 4 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Monterey Park
Telacu Monterey Park Plaza
200 W. Newmark Av., Monterey Park, CA 91754
67 units · 66 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pacific Bridge Adult Res. Fac.
500 S McPherrin Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pacific Housing Development
322 E. Newmark Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91755
6 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Monterey Park Senior Village
1935 Potrero Grande Dr, Monterey Park, CA 91755
114 units · 113 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Abajo Del Sol Senior Apts
1000 Abajo Dr, Monterey Park, CA 91754
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Mosaic Gardens at Monterey Park
534 N. Chandler Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91754
31 units · 30 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No buildings in Monterey Park match this filter.
Programs in Monterey Park
- Tax credit
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Monterey Park
Nearby cities
Rents and income limits in 91754
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,830/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $113,200/yr
- Renters in 91754 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA area · median family income $108,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $35,000 | $58,300 | $93,300 |
| 2 | $40,000 | $66,650 | $106,600 |
| 3 | $45,000 | $74,950 | $119,950 |
| 4 | $50,000 | $83,300 | $133,250 |
| 5 | $54,000 | $89,950 | $143,900 |
| 6 | $58,000 | $96,600 | $154,600 |
| 7 | $62,000 | $103,250 | $165,250 |
| 8 | $66,000 | $110,000 | $175,900 |
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 | 91754 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,050 | $2,151 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,290 | $2,402 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,830 | $2,964 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,590 | $3,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,020 | $4,208 |
Wider area = Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,270 (90023) to $3,580 (91030).
Census figures for 91754 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,962. Median household income $86,331. 46% of homes are rented. 56% 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 91754's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 91754Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Monterey Park, CA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, CA have openings?
These lists for Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, CA?
Use the phone number on each building card in Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, CA?
In Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, CA?
This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Monterey Park are listed in 91754 (5), 91755 (3).
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Monterey Park, CA?
Most income-restricted buildings in Monterey Park, 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 $58,300, and $83,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($93,300 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 Monterey Park, CA?
For many programs in Monterey Park, CA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $58,300 a year for 1 person and $83,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $93,300 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 Monterey Park, CA?
There is no single waiting list for Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, 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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Monterey Park, CA. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Monterey Park, CA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Monterey Park, CA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Monterey Park, CA is $2,830 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 Monterey Park, CA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, CA?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Monterey Park, 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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