Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Palo Alto, CA 94309
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 94309 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Palo Alto, CA 94309. 66 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 94309
The 20 closest of 66 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Webster Wood
941 Webster St., Palo Alto, CA 94301
0.6 mi away
68 units · 66 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Woodlands Newell
1761 Woodland Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
1 mi away
49 units · 47 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
Opportunity Center of the Midpeninsula
33 Encina Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
1 mi away
89 units · 88 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Lytton Gardens I
656 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
1.1 mi away
220 units · 184 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Light Tree
1805 East Bayshore Rd., East Palo Alto, CA 94303
1.2 mi away
185 units · 182 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Page Mill Court
2700 Ash St, Palo Alto, CA 94306
1.2 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Lytton Gardens IV
330 Everett St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
1.2 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Mayfield Place Apartments (fka Stanford Palo Apartments)
2500 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
1.2 mi away
70 units · 69 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Peninsula Park Apts
1977 Tate St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
1.3 mi away
129 units · 65 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Colorado Park Apartments
1141 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303
1.4 mi away
60 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Colorado Park Apartments
1140 Colorado Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303
1.5 mi away
60 units · 56 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Willow Housing, LP
605 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
1.7 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Wilton Court Apartments
3705 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
1.7 mi away
59 units · 58 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 94309
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,270/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $130,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA area · median family income $205,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $43,200 | $71,950 | $113,700 |
| 2 | $49,350 | $82,200 | $129,950 |
| 3 | $55,500 | $92,500 | $146,200 |
| 4 | $61,650 | $102,750 | $162,400 |
| 5 | $66,600 | $111,000 | $175,400 |
| 6 | $71,550 | $119,200 | $188,400 |
| 7 | $76,450 | $127,450 | $201,400 |
| 8 | $81,400 | $135,650 | $214,400 |
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 | 94309 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,460 | $2,458 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,780 | $2,778 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,270 | $3,272 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,390 | $4,396 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,690 | $4,688 |
Wider area = San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,290 (94305) to $4,290 (94025).
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 94309's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 94309Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Palo Alto, CA 94309?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Palo Alto, CA 94309, 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309 have openings?
These lists for Palo Alto, CA 94309 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
Use the phone number on each building card in Palo Alto, CA 94309. 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
In Palo Alto, CA 94309, 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 94309?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 94309 right now. 66 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 94309?
Yes — this page also lists 66 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Palo Alto, CA 94309 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Palo Alto, CA 94309?
Most income-restricted buildings in Palo Alto, CA 94309 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 $71,950, and $102,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($113,700 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
For many programs in Palo Alto, CA 94309, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $71,950 a year for 1 person and $102,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $113,700 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
There is no single waiting list for Palo Alto, CA 94309. 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Palo Alto, CA 94309, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Palo Alto, CA 94309 is $3,270 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Palo Alto, CA 94309. 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 Palo Alto, CA 94309?
This page may still list buildings in Palo Alto, CA 94309 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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