Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ventura, CA 93001
15 affordable buildings in 93001 · 10 more within 12 mi
Ventura, CA 93001 has 15 income-restricted buildings: 14 tax credit, 2 public housing, and 2 senior. 10 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 93001
Scattered Sites
1216 E Santa Clara St, Ventura, CA 93001
86 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura
- Residents waited about 189 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Westview Village
254 W Barnett St, Ventura, CA 93001
2 units · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura
Vista Del Mar Commons (Site A)
137 S Palm St, Ventura, CA 93001
142 units · 140 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Villages at Westview - Phase 1
340 W. Vince Street, Ventura, CA 93001
131 units · 130 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Westview Village Phase III
336 W. Flint Street, Ventura, CA 93001
105 units · 104 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
Working Artists Ventura (Wav)
170 S Garden St, Ventura, CA 93001
69 units · 68 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
Willett Ranch
55 Willett Street, Ventura, CA 93001
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
El Portal
1254-1280 North Ventura Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001
29 units · 28 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Ventura Garden Estates
32 S Garden St, Ventura, CA 93001
48 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bell Way Apts
152 Bell Way, Ventura, CA 93001
11 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 93001 match this filter.
Nearby
Roth Apartments
290 E El Roblar Dr, Ojai, CA 93023
7.4 mi away
34 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Ventura
Castillo Del Sol Apartments
3005 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93003
8.3 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Montgomery Oaks
508 N Montgomery St, Ojai, CA 93023
8.7 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Whispering Oaks
999 E Ojai Ave, Ojai, CA 93023
8.9 mi away
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Ventura
- Residents waited about 39 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Beach Court Accessible
648 Maple St, Carpinteria, CA 93013
9.9 mi away
6 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Chapel Court Apartments
681 Ash Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013
10.2 mi away
28 units · 3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Casas De Las Flores
4090 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013
11 mi away
43 units · 42 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 93001
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,450/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $98,000/yr
- Renters in 93001 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA area · median family income $135,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $33,000 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 2 | $37,700 | $62,800 | $100,500 |
| 3 | $42,400 | $70,650 | $113,050 |
| 4 | $47,100 | $78,500 | $125,600 |
| 5 | $50,900 | $84,800 | $135,650 |
| 6 | $54,650 | $91,100 | $145,700 |
| 7 | $58,450 | $97,350 | $155,750 |
| 8 | $62,200 | $103,650 | $165,800 |
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 | 93001 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,860 | $1,827 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,070 | $2,035 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,450 | $2,424 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,300 | $3,287 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,840 | $3,816 |
Wider area = Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $2,070 (93023) to $3,430 (93013).
Census figures for 93001 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,012. Median household income $88,078. 55% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 25% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
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 93001's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 93001Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ventura, CA 93001?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ventura, CA 93001, 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 Ventura, CA 93001 have openings?
These lists for Ventura, CA 93001 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ventura, CA 93001. 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
In Ventura, CA 93001, 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 93001?
This directory lists 15 income-restricted buildings in Ventura, CA 93001. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 93001?
Yes — this page also lists 10 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ventura, CA 93001 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ventura, CA 93001?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ventura, CA 93001 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 $54,950, and $78,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($87,950 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
For many programs in Ventura, CA 93001, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $54,950 a year for 1 person and $78,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $87,950 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
There is no single waiting list for Ventura, CA 93001. 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
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. This page lists public housing, tax-credit apartments in Ventura, CA 93001. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Ventura, CA 93001?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ventura, CA 93001, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ventura, CA 93001 is $2,450 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ventura, CA 93001. 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 Ventura, CA 93001?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Ventura, CA 93001. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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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