Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 92531 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531. 19 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 92531
Pottery Court
295 W Sumner Ave, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
0.3 mi away
113 units · 111 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Parkside Apartments
442 N Kellogg St, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
0.6 mi away
37 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Villa Siena Apts
31300 Auto Ctr Dr, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
1.2 mi away
126 units · 124 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Mission Trail Apartments
32585 Mission Trail, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
2.5 mi away
81 units · 80 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Cottages at Mission Trail
32675 Mission Trail, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
2.6 mi away
143 units · 142 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Lakeview
32209 Riverside Dr, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
2.9 mi away
88 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Wildomar Senior Leisure Living
32325 S Pasadena, Wildomar, CA 92595
5.6 mi away
176 units · 175 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Halter Hillside Apt
28410 Encanto Dr, Sun City, CA 92586
8.8 mi away
118 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Perris Park Apts
1450 S Perris Blvd, Perris, CA 92570
9.3 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Verano Apartments
904 South D Street, Perris, CA 92570
9.4 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Amanda Park Senior Apts
24425 Skyview Ridge Dr, Murrieta, CA 92562
9.7 mi away
397 units · 336 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Perris I
223 E Fifth St, Perris, CA 92570
9.8 mi away
4 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Monte Vista Apts (Murrieta)
24740 Jefferson Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562
10.1 mi away
64 units · 52 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Monte Vista II
41411 Juniper St, Murrieta, CA 92562
10.2 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Perris Family Apartments
180 E. Jarvis Street, Perris, CA 92570
10.5 mi away
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 92531
- 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 | 92531 | 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 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,990 (92570) to $3,080 (92532).
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 92531's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 92531Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531, 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 have openings?
These lists for Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531. 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
In Lake Elsinore, CA 92531, 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 92531?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 92531 right now. 19 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 92531?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
For many programs in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531, 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
There is no single waiting list for Lake Elsinore, CA 92531. 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531. 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 Lake Elsinore, CA 92531?
This page may still list buildings in Lake Elsinore, CA 92531 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; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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