Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mill Valley, CA 94941
6 affordable buildings in 94941 · 27 more within 7 mi
Mill Valley, CA 94941 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 1 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 1 senior. 27 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 94941
Kruger Pines
47 N Knoll Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941
200 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of County of Marin
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Camino Alto Apartments
260 Camino Alto COURT,#1, Mill Valley, CA 94941
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Mill Creek Apartments
60 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941
10 units · 9 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 94941 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 27 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Larkspur Creekside
26 Edgewater Pl, Larkspur, CA 94939
3.6 mi away
28 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Edgewater Place II
10 Edgewater Pl, Larkspur, CA 94939
3.6 mi away
28 units · 27 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Oak Hill Apartments
27 Mariposa Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960
3.8 mi away
14 units · 13 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Bennett House
53 Taylor Dr, Fairfax, CA 94930
4.5 mi away
70 units · 69 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Creekwood
2401 Sir Francis Drake BLVD, Fairfax, CA 94930
4.9 mi away
12 units · Studio · People with disabilities
San Clemente Family Housing
33 San Clemente Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925
4.9 mi away
79 units · 78 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Piper Court Apartments
101 - 197 Piper Court, Fairfax, CA 94930
5.1 mi away
27 units · 26 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Victory Village
2626 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Fairfax, CA 94930
5.1 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Martinelli House
1327 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
5.5 mi away
66 units · 64 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Lincoln Avenue Apts
1351 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
5.5 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 2 BR · People with disabilities
Belvedere Place Apts
162 Belvedere St, San Rafael, CA 94901
5.8 mi away
26 units · 25 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Nova House
393 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903
5.8 mi away
6 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Pilgrim Park Apartments
33 Merrydale Road, San Rafael, CA 94903
6 mi away
61 units · 36 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 94941
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $4,110/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $164,400/yr
- Renters in 94941 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
San Francisco, CA area · median family income $200,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $44,150 | $73,550 | $117,700 |
| 2 | $50,450 | $84,050 | $134,500 |
| 3 | $56,750 | $94,550 | $151,300 |
| 4 | $63,050 | $105,050 | $168,100 |
| 5 | $68,100 | $113,500 | $181,550 |
| 6 | $73,150 | $121,900 | $195,000 |
| 7 | $78,200 | $130,300 | $208,450 |
| 8 | $83,250 | $138,700 | $221,900 |
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 | 94941 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,860 | $2,574 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,340 | $3,003 |
| 2 bedrooms | $4,110 | $3,697 |
| 3 bedrooms | $5,370 | $4,832 |
| 4 bedrooms | $6,050 | $5,439 |
Wider area = San Francisco, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $3,250 (94970) to $4,710 (94925).
Census figures for 94941 (2020–2024 average): median rent $3,077. Median household income $209,870. 32% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 94941's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 94941Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mill Valley, CA 94941?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mill Valley, CA 94941, 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941 have openings?
These lists for Mill Valley, CA 94941 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mill Valley, CA 94941. 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
In Mill Valley, CA 94941, 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 94941?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in Mill Valley, CA 94941. 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 94941?
Yes — this page also lists 27 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mill Valley, CA 94941 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mill Valley, CA 94941?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mill Valley, CA 94941 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 $73,550, and $105,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($117,700 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
For many programs in Mill Valley, CA 94941, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $73,550 a year for 1 person and $105,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $117,700 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
There is no single waiting list for Mill Valley, CA 94941. 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Mill Valley, CA 94941. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mill Valley, CA 94941?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mill Valley, CA 94941, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mill Valley, CA 94941 is $4,110 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mill Valley, CA 94941. 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 Mill Valley, CA 94941?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Mill Valley, CA 94941. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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