Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Avila Beach, CA 93424
1 affordable building in 93424 · 23 more within 10 mi
Avila Beach, CA 93424 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 23 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 93424
Lachen Tara Apts
240 Ocean Oaks Ln, Avila Beach, CA 93424
29 units · 28 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
No buildings in 93424 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Shell Beach Senior
2655 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
6.1 mi away
26 units · 25 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Villas at Higuera
3085 S Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
7.8 mi away
28 units · 27 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
The Apartments at Toscano
3051 Lucca Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
8.2 mi away
38 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Carmel Street Apts
1312 Carmel St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
8.6 mi away
19 units · 18 income-restricted · 1 BR
Rad 175
487 Leff Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93402
8.6 mi away
175 units · 173 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Iron Works
3680 Broad Steet, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
8.8 mi away
46 units · 45 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Broad Street Place
3720 and 3722 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
8.8 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
860 on the Wye
2775 Victoria Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
8.9 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Village at Broad Street
2260 Emily St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
8.9 mi away
42 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Pismo-Buchon Apts
1363 Pismo St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
9.4 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Del Rio Terrace Apts
2005 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
9.4 mi away
41 units · 40 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Judson Terrace Homes
3000 Augusta St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
9.5 mi away
107 units · 101 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Judson Terrace Lodge
3042 Augusta Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
9.5 mi away
32 units · 31 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 93424
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,830/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $113,200/yr
- Renters in 93424 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 65%
Income limits (2026)
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA area · median family income $129,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32,100 | $53,500 | $85,700 |
| 2 | $36,700 | $61,150 | $97,950 |
| 3 | $41,300 | $68,800 | $110,200 |
| 4 | $45,850 | $76,450 | $122,400 |
| 5 | $49,550 | $82,550 | $132,200 |
| 6 | $53,200 | $88,700 | $142,000 |
| 7 | $56,900 | $94,800 | $151,800 |
| 8 | $60,550 | $100,900 | $161,600 |
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 | 93424 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,970 | $1,894 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,170 | $2,079 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,830 | $2,720 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,780 | $3,634 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,380 | $4,208 |
Wider area = San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $2,740 (93402) to $3,220 (93449).
Census figures for 93424 (2020–2024 average): 13% of homes are rented. 65% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 65% pay half or more.
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 93424's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 93424Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Avila Beach, CA 93424?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Avila Beach, CA 93424, 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424 have openings?
These lists for Avila Beach, CA 93424 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
Use the phone number on each building card in Avila Beach, CA 93424. 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
In Avila Beach, CA 93424, 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 93424?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Avila Beach, CA 93424. 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 93424?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Avila Beach, CA 93424 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Avila Beach, CA 93424?
Most income-restricted buildings in Avila Beach, CA 93424 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 $53,500, and $76,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($85,700 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
For many programs in Avila Beach, CA 93424, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $53,500 a year for 1 person and $76,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $85,700 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
There is no single waiting list for Avila Beach, CA 93424. 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
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 tax-credit apartments in Avila Beach, CA 93424. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Avila Beach, CA 93424?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Avila Beach, CA 93424, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Avila Beach, CA 93424 is $2,830 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Avila Beach, CA 93424. 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 Avila Beach, CA 93424?
This page may still list buildings in Avila Beach, CA 93424 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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