Villa Alta — Income-Restricted Housing in San Diego, CA 92115
4227 52 St., San Diego, CA 92115
70 units · 69 income-restricted · 1 BR
Leasing office: (619) 582-2605Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (619) 582-2605 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1999
- Bedrooms
- 69 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 91/100 (Apr 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 92115
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,650/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $106,000/yr
- Renters in 92115 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 65%
Income limits (2026)
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area · median family income $130,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $36,750 | $61,250 | $97,950 |
| 2 | $42,000 | $70,000 | $111,950 |
| 3 | $47,250 | $78,750 | $125,950 |
| 4 | $52,450 | $87,450 | $139,900 |
| 5 | $56,650 | $94,450 | $151,100 |
| 6 | $60,850 | $101,450 | $162,300 |
| 7 | $65,050 | $108,450 | $173,500 |
| 8 | $69,250 | $115,450 | $184,700 |
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 | 92115 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,060 | $2,192 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,190 | $2,335 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,650 | $2,823 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,510 | $3,743 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,250 | $4,526 |
Wider area = San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,290 (92105) to $4,120 (92108).
Census figures for 92115 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,979. Median household income $79,199. 60% of homes are rented. 65% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 36% 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 92115's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 92115Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Villa Alta?
Call (619) 582-2605 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Villa Alta in San Diego, CA 92115. These records do not show openings.
Is Villa Alta Section 8 housing?
Villa Alta is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Villa Alta?
Public records list 70 units at Villa Alta in San Diego, CA 92115. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Villa Alta?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 92115 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Villa Alta?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Villa Alta in San Diego, CA 92115. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in San Diego, CA 92115?
Most income-restricted buildings in San Diego, CA 92115 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 $61,250, and $87,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($97,950 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 San Diego, CA 92115?
For many programs in San Diego, CA 92115, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $61,250 a year for 1 person and $87,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $97,950 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in San Diego, CA 92115?
In public housing and most Section 8 in San Diego, CA 92115, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near San Diego, CA 92115 is $2,650 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.
Does Villa Alta take Section 8 vouchers?
Villa Alta is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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. Report a correction.