Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Santa Maria, CA 93456
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 93456 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Santa Maria, CA 93456. 17 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 93456
The Residences at Depot Street
201 + 205 North Depot Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
0.6 mi away
80 units · 78 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Los Adobes De Maria I
1026 W Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
1 mi away
65 units · 2–4+ BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Los Adobes De Maria III
525 S Russell Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
1 mi away
34 units · 2–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Los Adobes De Maria II
1148 West Boone Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
1 mi away
52 units · 2–4+ BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
West Cox Cottages
1141 West Cox Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458
1.5 mi away
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Centennial Gardens
800-890 W Battles Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93458
1.6 mi away
160 units · 159 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
The Vizcaya Apts
1720 S Depot St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
1.8 mi away
236 units · 234 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Westgate Courtyards
1240 Bethel Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93458
2.2 mi away
204 units · 203 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Santa Maria Studios
2660 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria, CA 93455
2.9 mi away
160 units · 159 income-restricted · Studio
Mariposa Townhomes
218 Parkview S, Orcutt, CA 93455
5.2 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Leland Park (aka Evans Park)
250 North Pacific Ave, Orcutt, CA 93455
6 mi away
16 units · 15 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Roosevelt Family Apts
750 Grande Ave, Nipomo, CA 93444
6 mi away
52 units · 51 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Cider Village Family Apts
760 Spruce Ln, Nipomo, CA 93444
6.2 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
San Luis Bay Apts
206 Blume St, Nipomo, CA 93444
6.2 mi away
120 units · 116 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 93456
- 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 | 93456 | 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 4 nearby ZIPs range from $2,890 (93458) to $3,450 (93429).
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 93456's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 93456Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Santa Maria, CA 93456?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Santa Maria, CA 93456, 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 Maria, CA 93456 have openings?
These lists for Santa Maria, CA 93456 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 Maria, CA 93456?
Use the phone number on each building card in Santa Maria, CA 93456. 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 Maria, CA 93456?
In Santa Maria, CA 93456, 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 93456?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 93456 right now. 17 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 93456?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Santa Maria, CA 93456 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Santa Maria, CA 93456?
Most income-restricted buildings in Santa Maria, CA 93456 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 Maria, CA 93456?
For many programs in Santa Maria, CA 93456, 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 Maria, CA 93456?
There is no single waiting list for Santa Maria, CA 93456. 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 Maria, CA 93456?
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 Maria, CA 93456?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Santa Maria, CA 93456, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Santa Maria, CA 93456 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 Maria, CA 93456?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Santa Maria, CA 93456. 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 Maria, CA 93456?
This page may still list buildings in Santa Maria, CA 93456 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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