Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Palm Desert, CA 92261
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 92261 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Palm Desert, CA 92261. 11 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 92261
Hovley Gardens 1R Apartments
74501 42nd Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260
6.3 mi away
163 units · 162 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Villa Cortina Apts
50701 Washington St, La Quinta, CA 92253
6.7 mi away
116 units · 114 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Washington Street Apartments
78075 Hidden River Road, La Quinta, CA 92253
7.6 mi away
140 units · 138 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Wolff Waters Place Apts
47795 Dune Palms Rd, La Quinta, CA 92253
8 mi away
218 units · 216 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes
44950 Vista Dunes Ln, La Quinta, CA 92253
8.2 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Coral Mountain Apts
79625 Vista Coralina Ln, La Quinta, CA 92253
8.3 mi away
176 units · 174 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Season at Miraflores
47747 Gertrude Way, La Quinta, CA 92253
8.4 mi away
118 units · 116 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Seminole Gardens
2607 S Linden Way, Palm Springs, CA 92264
10.6 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 92261
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $86,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area · median family income $106,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,850 | $43,050 | $68,900 |
| 2 | $29,550 | $49,200 | $78,750 |
| 3 | $33,250 | $55,350 | $88,600 |
| 4 | $36,900 | $61,500 | $98,400 |
| 5 | $39,900 | $66,450 | $106,300 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $71,350 | $114,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $76,300 | $122,050 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $81,200 | $129,900 |
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 | 92261 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,660 | $1,605 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,760 | $1,705 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,170 | $2,103 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,860 | $2,771 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,440 | $3,336 |
Wider area = Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,990 (92210) to $2,190 (92260).
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 92261's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 92261Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Palm Desert, CA 92261?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Palm Desert, CA 92261, 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261 have openings?
These lists for Palm Desert, CA 92261 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
Use the phone number on each building card in Palm Desert, CA 92261. 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
In Palm Desert, CA 92261, 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 92261?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 92261 right now. 11 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 92261?
Yes — this page also lists 11 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Palm Desert, CA 92261 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Palm Desert, CA 92261?
Most income-restricted buildings in Palm Desert, CA 92261 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 $43,050, and $61,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,900 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
For many programs in Palm Desert, CA 92261, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $43,050 a year for 1 person and $61,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,900 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
There is no single waiting list for Palm Desert, CA 92261. 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Palm Desert, CA 92261, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Palm Desert, CA 92261 is $2,170 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Palm Desert, CA 92261. 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 Palm Desert, CA 92261?
This page may still list buildings in Palm Desert, CA 92261 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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