Affordable & Low-Income Housing in San Diego, CA 92155
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 92155 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in San Diego, CA 92155. 103 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 6 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 92155
The 20 closest of 103 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Coronado Senior Housing
578 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
2.7 mi away
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 1 BR
Paradise Creek Housing I (aka National City Westside-Infill Tod Witod)
2100 Hoover Avenue, National City, CA 91950
3.1 mi away
109 units · 108 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
The Courtyards at Kimball
1125 National City Boulevard, National City, CA 91950
3.2 mi away
131 units · 130 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Los Vientos
1629 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
3.2 mi away
89 units · 88 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
La Entrada Family Housing
1755 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
3.2 mi away
85 units · 84 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Gateway Family Apts I
1605 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
3.3 mi away
42 units · 41 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Paseo at COMM22 (fka COMM22 Family Housing)
2225 Commercial Street, San Diego, CA 92113
3.4 mi away
130 units · 128 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Studio 15
1475 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
3.4 mi away
275 units · 274 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
14C Vhhp Apartments
One 14th Street, San Diego, CA 92101
3.4 mi away
81 units · 80 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People experiencing homelessness
14th + Commercial Apartments
One 14th Street, San Diego, CA 92101
3.4 mi away
326 units · 323 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Kimball Tower
1317 D Avenue, National City, CA 91950
3.4 mi away
151 units · 149 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 92155
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $4,230/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $169,200/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 | 92155 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,280 | $2,192 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,500 | $2,335 |
| 2 bedrooms | $4,230 | $2,823 |
| 3 bedrooms | $5,610 | $3,743 |
| 4 bedrooms | $6,780 | $4,526 |
Wider area = San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,220 (91950) to $4,230 (92118).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 92155's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 92155Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in San Diego, CA 92155?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in San Diego, CA 92155, 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 San Diego, CA 92155 have openings?
These lists for San Diego, CA 92155 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 San Diego, CA 92155?
Use the phone number on each building card in San Diego, CA 92155. 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 San Diego, CA 92155?
In San Diego, CA 92155, 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 92155?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 92155 right now. 103 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 92155?
Yes — this page also lists 103 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near San Diego, CA 92155 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in San Diego, CA 92155?
Most income-restricted buildings in San Diego, CA 92155 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 92155?
For many programs in San Diego, CA 92155, 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 San Diego, CA 92155?
There is no single waiting list for San Diego, CA 92155. 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 San Diego, CA 92155?
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 San Diego, CA 92155?
In public housing and most Section 8 in San Diego, CA 92155, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near San Diego, CA 92155 is $4,230 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 San Diego, CA 92155?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in San Diego, CA 92155. 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 San Diego, CA 92155?
This page may still list buildings in San Diego, CA 92155 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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