Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Tecate, CA 91987
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 91987 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Tecate, CA 91987. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 91987
Alpine Family Apartments
1460 Marshall Road, Alpine, CA 91901
19.5 mi away
38 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
The Landings II
1764 Java Way, Chula Vista, CA 91915
19.5 mi away
143 units · 141 income-restricted · 2 BR
The Landings
2122 Burdock Way, Chula Vista, CA 91915
19.6 mi away
92 units · 91 income-restricted · 3 BR
Columba Apartments
2040 Transit Guideway, Chula Vista, CA 91915
19.8 mi away
200 units · 198 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Rancho Buena Vista Apts
2155 Corte Vis, Chula Vista, CA 91915
20.1 mi away
150 units · 149 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Teresina at Lomas Verdes
1250 Santa Cora Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91913
21.2 mi away
91 units · 88 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Encelia at Cota Vera
1910, 1950, 1990 Encelia Circle, Chula Vista, CA 91913
21.6 mi away
175 units · 173 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Heritage Apartments
1325 Santa Rita + 1388 E. Palomar St., Chula Vista, CA 91913
21.8 mi away
271 units · 268 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Cordova Village
1280 E J St, Chula Vista, CA 91910
22.3 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Lexington Green Apts
1415 E. Lexington Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92019
23.1 mi away
144 units · 142 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Villa Serena Apts
1201 Medical Ctr Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91911
23.4 mi away
132 units · 131 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Broadway Apts.
1562 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021
23.4 mi away
213 units · 178 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 91987
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,823/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $113,000/yr
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 | San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,192 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,335 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,823 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,743 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,526 |
Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $2,080 (91906) to $2,820 (91963).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 91987's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 91987Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Tecate, CA 91987?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Tecate, CA 91987, 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 Tecate, CA 91987 have openings?
These lists for Tecate, CA 91987 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
Use the phone number on each building card in Tecate, CA 91987. 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
In Tecate, CA 91987, 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 91987?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 91987 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Tecate, CA 91987?
Most income-restricted buildings in Tecate, CA 91987 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
For many programs in Tecate, CA 91987, 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
There is no single waiting list for Tecate, CA 91987. 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
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 Tecate, CA 91987?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Tecate, CA 91987, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Tecate, CA 91987 is $2,823 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Tecate, CA 91987. 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 Tecate, CA 91987?
This page may still list buildings in Tecate, CA 91987 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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