Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Guatay, CA 91931
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 91931 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Guatay, CA 91931. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 91931
Alpine Family Apartments
1460 Marshall Road, Alpine, CA 91901
10.8 mi away
38 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Maplewood Apartments
12715 Mapleview Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
19.7 mi away
79 units · 78 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Villa Lakeshore Apartments
12606 Lakeshore Dr, Lakeside, CA 92040
19.7 mi away
34 units · 33 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Broadway Apts.
1562 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021
20.1 mi away
213 units · 178 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lakeside Gardens
12219 Roberts Way, Lakeside, CA 92040
20.2 mi away
85 units · 84 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Royal Heights Apts
12135 Royal Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021
20.3 mi away
120 units · 119 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Lexington Green Apts
1415 E. Lexington Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92019
20.6 mi away
144 units · 142 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Silvercrest - El Cajon
175 S Anza St, El Cajon, CA 92020
21.6 mi away
75 units · 74 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Key Largo Apts
380 N. Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
21.7 mi away
132 units · 130 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 91931
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $122,400/yr
- Renters in 91931 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 0%
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 | 91931 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,370 | $2,192 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,530 | $2,335 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,060 | $2,823 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,050 | $3,743 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,910 | $4,526 |
Wider area = San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $2,610 (91901) to $3,290 (91962).
Census figures for 91931 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $63,750 (uncertain estimate). 19% of homes are rented. 0% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% pay half or more.
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 91931's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 91931Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Guatay, CA 91931?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Guatay, CA 91931, 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 Guatay, CA 91931 have openings?
These lists for Guatay, CA 91931 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 Guatay, CA 91931?
Use the phone number on each building card in Guatay, CA 91931. 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 Guatay, CA 91931?
In Guatay, CA 91931, 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 91931?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 91931 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 91931?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Guatay, CA 91931 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Guatay, CA 91931?
Most income-restricted buildings in Guatay, CA 91931 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 Guatay, CA 91931?
For many programs in Guatay, CA 91931, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Guatay, CA 91931?
There is no single waiting list for Guatay, CA 91931. 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 Guatay, CA 91931?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Guatay, CA 91931?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Guatay, CA 91931, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Guatay, CA 91931 is $3,060 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 Guatay, CA 91931?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Guatay, CA 91931. 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 Guatay, CA 91931?
This page may still list buildings in Guatay, CA 91931 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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