Affordable & Low-Income Housing in San Jose, CA 95128
7 affordable buildings in 95128 · 107 more within 4 mi
San Jose, CA 95128 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 107 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 95128
Vivente I
2400 Enborg Ln, Fruitdale, CA 95128
29 units · 28 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Immanuel-Sobrato Community
670 Leigh Ave, San Jose, CA 95128
108 units · 106 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in 95128 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 107 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Agrihood Senior Apts.
76 N. Winchester Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050
1 mi away
165 units · 163 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Leigh Avenue Senior Apartments
1690 Southwest Expressway, San Jose, CA 95126
1 mi away
64 units · 63 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
West San Carlos Senior Apartments
1535 W. San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA 95126
1.1 mi away
95 units · 94 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Cherry Creek Apts
2020 SW Express Way, San Jose, CA 95126
1.1 mi away
130 units · 129 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Page Street Studios
333 Page Street, San Jose, CA 95126
1.2 mi away
82 units · 81 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen
814 Saint Elizabeth Dr, San Jose, CA 95126
1.2 mi away
140 units · 70 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Parkview Family Apartments
360 Meridian Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
1.3 mi away
90 units · 88 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Cypress Gardens
3555 Judro Way, San Jose, CA 95117
1.4 mi away
125 units · 123 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Parkview Senior Apts
355 Race Street, San Jose, CA 95126
1.4 mi away
278 units · 138 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Turnleaf Apts
3201 Loma Verde Dr, San Jose, CA 95117
1.5 mi away
152 units · 151 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Bellarmino Place
253 Race Street, San Jose, CA 95126
1.5 mi away
116 units · 115 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Lexington Apts
1380 Lexington Dr, San Jose, CA 95117
1.6 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Willows Apts (San Jose)
849B Paula St, San Jose, CA 95126
1.6 mi away
47 units · 46 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Park Avenue Senior Housing
370 Laurel Grove Lane, San Jose, CA 95126
1.9 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 95128
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,310/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $132,400/yr
- Renters in 95128 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
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 | 95128 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,490 | $2,458 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,810 | $2,778 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,310 | $3,272 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,450 | $4,396 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,740 | $4,688 |
Wider area = San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,640 (95130) to $3,690 (95051).
Census figures for 95128 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,589. Median household income $131,152. 55% of homes are rented. 47% 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 95128's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 95128Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in San Jose, CA 95128?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in San Jose, CA 95128, 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 San Jose, CA 95128 have openings?
These lists for San Jose, CA 95128 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
Use the phone number on each building card in San Jose, CA 95128. 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
In San Jose, CA 95128, 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 95128?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in San Jose, CA 95128. 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 95128?
Yes — this page also lists 107 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near San Jose, CA 95128 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in San Jose, CA 95128?
Most income-restricted buildings in San Jose, CA 95128 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
For many programs in San Jose, CA 95128, 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
There is no single waiting list for San Jose, CA 95128. 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in San Jose, CA 95128. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in San Jose, CA 95128?
In public housing and most Section 8 in San Jose, CA 95128, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near San Jose, CA 95128 is $3,310 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in San Jose, CA 95128. 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 San Jose, CA 95128?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in San Jose, CA 95128. 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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