Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Sunland, CA 91040
1 affordable building in 91040 · 77 more within 6 mi
Sunland, CA 91040 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit, 1 Section 8, and 1 senior. 77 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 91040
No buildings in 91040 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 77 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Foothill Gardens
7687 Foothill Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91042
2.2 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 1 BR
Day Street Apts
7639 Day St, Tujunga, CA 91042
2.3 mi away
46 units · 45 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Bana at Tujunga (fka Samoa Avenue Apartments)
10046 North Samoa Avenue, Tujunga, CA 91042
3 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Summit View Apartments
11800 W. Kagel Canyon Street, Sylmar, CA 91342
3.1 mi away
49 units · 48 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Casa Del Sol
10966 W Ratner Street, Los Angeles, CA 91352
3.3 mi away
44 units · 43 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Silvercrest Lake View Terrace
11850 Foothill Blvd, Sylmar, CA 91342
3.4 mi away
73 units · 72 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Budlong Manor
11998 Terra Bella Street, Los Angeles, CA 91342
3.4 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Villa Del Sol Apts
11971 Allegheny St, Sun Valley, CA 91352
3.5 mi away
103 units · 101 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Osborne Place Apts
12232 Osborne Pl, Pacoima, CA 91331
3.5 mi away
64 units · 62 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Arminta North & South
11038 Arminta St, Sun Valley, CA 91352
3.6 mi away
60 units · 12 income-restricted
Tujunga Gardens
6643 Foothill Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91042
3.6 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 1 BR
Arminta Square Apartments
11050 Arminta Street, Los Angeles, CA 91352
3.6 mi away
110 units · 109 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
Willow Tree Villages
12000 Foothill Blvd, Sylmar, CA 91342
3.6 mi away
49 units · 48 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Villa Del Sol Apartments
9158 Telfair Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91352
3.6 mi away
103 units · 102 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Sun King Apartments
9190 N. Telfair Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91352
3.6 mi away
26 units · 25 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 91040
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $117,200/yr
- Renters in 91040 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 63%
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 | 91040 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,130 | $2,151 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,370 | $2,402 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,930 | $2,964 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,720 | $3,760 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,160 | $4,208 |
Wider area = Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,590 (91352) to $4,030 (91505).
Census figures for 91040 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,830. Median household income $98,256. 34% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 35% 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 91040's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 91040Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Sunland, CA 91040?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Sunland, CA 91040, 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 Sunland, CA 91040 have openings?
These lists for Sunland, CA 91040 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
Use the phone number on each building card in Sunland, CA 91040. 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
In Sunland, CA 91040, 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 ZIP 91040?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Sunland, CA 91040. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 91040?
Yes — this page also lists 77 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Sunland, CA 91040 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Sunland, CA 91040?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sunland, CA 91040 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
For many programs in Sunland, CA 91040, 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
There is no single waiting list for Sunland, CA 91040. 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
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 Sunland, CA 91040. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Sunland, CA 91040?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sunland, CA 91040, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sunland, CA 91040 is $2,930 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Sunland, CA 91040. 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 Sunland, CA 91040?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Sunland, CA 91040. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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