Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Santa Barbara, CA 93190
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 93190 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Santa Barbara, CA 93190. 31 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 93190
The 20 closest of 31 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Vera Cruz Village
116 E. Cota Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
0.2 mi away
29 units · 28 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Mha Garden Street Apts
617 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
0.2 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Artisan Court Apts
422 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
0.4 mi away
56 units · 55 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
De La Vina Frail Seniors
1116 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
0.4 mi away
98 units · 97 income-restricted
El Carrillo Apts
315 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
0.5 mi away
62 units · 61 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Bradley Studios
512 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
0.5 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Jardin De Las Rosas
510 N. Salsipuedes Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
0.6 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Johnson Court
813 E. Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
0.7 mi away
17 units · 16 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Canyon Croft
739 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
0.8 mi away
4 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sycamore Gardens
211-221 Sycamore Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
1.3 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 3 BR
Pearl Gardens
13-21 S. Soledad Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
1.3 mi away
15 units · 13 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Villa Santa Fe Apts I
418 Santa Fe Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
1.5 mi away
107 units · 102 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 93190
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,110/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $124,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA area · median family income $118,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $38,300 | $63,750 | $102,000 |
| 2 | $43,750 | $72,850 | $116,600 |
| 3 | $49,200 | $81,950 | $131,150 |
| 4 | $54,650 | $91,050 | $145,700 |
| 5 | $59,050 | $98,350 | $157,400 |
| 6 | $63,400 | $105,650 | $169,050 |
| 7 | $67,800 | $112,950 | $180,700 |
| 8 | $72,150 | $120,200 | $192,350 |
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 | 93190 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,480 | $2,479 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,710 | $2,711 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,110 | $3,106 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,000 | $3,990 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,560 | $4,557 |
Wider area = Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $3,360 (93106) to $4,360 (93109).
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 93190's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 93190Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Santa Barbara, CA 93190, 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190 have openings?
These lists for Santa Barbara, CA 93190 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
Use the phone number on each building card in Santa Barbara, CA 93190. 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
In Santa Barbara, CA 93190, 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 93190?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 93190 right now. 31 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 93190?
Yes — this page also lists 31 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Santa Barbara, CA 93190 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
Most income-restricted buildings in Santa Barbara, CA 93190 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 $63,750, and $91,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($102,000 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
For many programs in Santa Barbara, CA 93190, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $63,750 a year for 1 person and $91,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $102,000 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
There is no single waiting list for Santa Barbara, CA 93190. 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Santa Barbara, CA 93190, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Santa Barbara, CA 93190 is $3,110 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Santa Barbara, CA 93190. 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 Santa Barbara, CA 93190?
This page may still list buildings in Santa Barbara, CA 93190 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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