Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Merced, CA 95340
2 affordable buildings in 95340 · 30 more within 11 mi
Merced, CA 95340 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 1 senior. 30 more are listed within 11 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 95340
No buildings in 95340 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 30 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Gateway Homes
2860 Park Ave Apt L, Merced, CA 95348
4.1 mi away
176 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through County of Merced Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Laurel Glen
777 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348
4.3 mi away
128 units · 127 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Bear Creek Apts
1509 N Plainsburg Road, Planada, CA 95365
4.9 mi away
64 units · 2–4+ BR
- For farmworker households
Felix Torres Migrnt
961 N. Plainsburg Road, Planada, CA 95365
5 mi away
61 units · 2–4+ BR
- 60 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
The Retreat at Merced Apartments
1137 B Street, Merced, CA 95341
5.1 mi away
119 units · 118 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Felix Torres Year Round Center
925 N Plainsburg Rd, Planada, CA 95365
5.2 mi away
53 units · 2–4+ BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Glen Haven Park
44 Swallow Ct, Merced, CA 95341
5.6 mi away
5 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Haven Park Partners II
43 Skylark St, Merced, CA 95341
5.6 mi away
15 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Woodbridge Place
3028 Willowbrook Dr, Merced, CA 95348
5.7 mi away
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Sca Homes
504 Seville Way, Merced, CA 95341
5.9 mi away
10 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 95340
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,420/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,800/yr
- Renters in 95340 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
Merced, CA area · median family income $75,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,000 | $54,400 |
| 2 | $23,350 | $38,850 | $62,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,700 | $69,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,450 | $83,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,250 | $96,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,100 | $102,600 |
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 | 95340 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,120 | $1,200 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,180 | $1,262 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,517 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,950 | $2,087 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,320 | $2,477 |
Wider area = Merced, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,360 (95365) to $1,860 (95348).
Census figures for 95340 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,317. Median household income $71,193. 43% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 38% 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 95340's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 95340Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Merced, CA 95340?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Merced, CA 95340, 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 Merced, CA 95340 have openings?
These lists for Merced, CA 95340 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 Merced, CA 95340?
Use the phone number on each building card in Merced, CA 95340. 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 Merced, CA 95340?
In Merced, CA 95340, 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 95340?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Merced, CA 95340. 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 95340?
Yes — this page also lists 30 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Merced, CA 95340 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Merced, CA 95340?
Most income-restricted buildings in Merced, CA 95340 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 $34,000, and $48,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,400 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 Merced, CA 95340?
For many programs in Merced, CA 95340, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,000 a year for 1 person and $48,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,400 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 Merced, CA 95340?
There is no single waiting list for Merced, CA 95340. 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 Merced, CA 95340?
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 Merced, CA 95340. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Merced, CA 95340?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Merced, CA 95340, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Merced, CA 95340 is $1,420 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 Merced, CA 95340?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Merced, CA 95340. 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 Merced, CA 95340?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Merced, CA 95340. 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; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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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