Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Carmel Valley, CA 93924
1 affordable building in 93924 · 8 more within 15 mi
Carmel Valley, CA 93924 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit and 1 senior. 8 more are listed within 15 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 93924
Rippling River Apts
53 E Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
79 units · 78 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No buildings in 93924 match this filter.
Nearby
Pacific Meadows
5315 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923
15.9 mi away
200 units · 189 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Dela Vina Apartments
345 Dela Vina Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
17.8 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Van Buren Senior Housing
669 Van Buren Street, Monterey, CA 93940
19.1 mi away
19 units · 18 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 93924
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,680/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $107,200/yr
- Renters in 93924 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Salinas, CA area · median family income $110,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32,850 | $54,750 | $87,600 |
| 2 | $37,550 | $62,600 | $100,100 |
| 3 | $42,250 | $70,400 | $112,600 |
| 4 | $46,900 | $78,200 | $125,100 |
| 5 | $50,700 | $84,500 | $135,150 |
| 6 | $54,450 | $90,750 | $145,150 |
| 7 | $58,200 | $97,000 | $155,150 |
| 8 | $61,950 | $103,250 | $165,150 |
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 | 93924 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,160 | $1,956 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,220 | $2,009 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,680 | $2,416 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,600 | $3,261 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,920 | $3,551 |
Wider area = Salinas, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $2,740 (93923) to $3,160 (93908).
Census figures for 93924 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,946 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $148,563. 20% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 93924's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 93924Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Carmel Valley, CA 93924, 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924 have openings?
These lists for Carmel Valley, CA 93924 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
Use the phone number on each building card in Carmel Valley, CA 93924. 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
In Carmel Valley, CA 93924, 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 93924?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Carmel Valley, CA 93924. 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 93924?
Yes — this page also lists 8 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Carmel Valley, CA 93924 (within about 15 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
Most income-restricted buildings in Carmel Valley, CA 93924 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 $54,750, and $78,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($87,600 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
For many programs in Carmel Valley, CA 93924, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $54,750 a year for 1 person and $78,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $87,600 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
There is no single waiting list for Carmel Valley, CA 93924. 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Carmel Valley, CA 93924, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Carmel Valley, CA 93924 is $2,680 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Carmel Valley, CA 93924. 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 Carmel Valley, CA 93924?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Carmel Valley, CA 93924. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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