Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Brownsville, CA 95919
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 95919 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Brownsville, CA 95919. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 95919
Hillview Ridge II
500-507 Hillview Ridge Lane, Oroville, CA 95966
15.4 mi away
57 units · 2–4+ BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Sierra Heights Apartments
300 Hillview Ridge Lane, Oroville, CA 95966
15.4 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Hillview Ridge Apts I
2750 Gilmore Ln, Oroville, CA 95966
15.4 mi away
72 units · 71 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Sierra Heights Phase II
400 Hillview Ridge Lane, Oroville, CA 95956
15.4 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lincoln Street Family Apartments
3300 Lincoln Blvd, Oroville, CA 95966
15.9 mi away
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Oroville Manor Apartments
2750 Lincoln Blvd, Oroville, CA 95966
16 mi away
72 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Orange Tree Senior Apartments
1511 Robinson Street, Oroville, CA 95965
16.6 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1 BR
Butte County
700 Mitchell Ave Apt 55, Oroville, CA 95965
16.8 mi away
345 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through County of Butte Hsg Auth
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mitchell Avenue Senior Apartments
500 Mitchell Avenue, Oroville, CA 95965
16.8 mi away
36 units · 35 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Courtyards at Penn Valley
10533 Broken Oak Ct, Penn Valley, CA 95946
16.9 mi away
42 units · 40 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 95919
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,510/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $60,400/yr
- Renters in 95919 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 76%
Income limits (2026)
Yuba City, CA area · median family income $101,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,400 | $35,700 | $57,050 |
| 2 | $24,450 | $40,800 | $65,200 |
| 3 | $27,500 | $45,900 | $73,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $50,950 | $81,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $55,050 | $88,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $59,150 | $94,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $63,200 | $101,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $67,300 | $107,600 |
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 | 95919 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,090 | $1,159 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,290 | $1,367 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,600 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,090 | $2,216 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,520 | $2,674 |
Wider area = Yuba City, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,470 (95914) to $1,510 (95918).
Census figures for 95919 (2020–2024 average): median rent $817 (uncertain estimate). 23% of homes are rented. 76% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 95919's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 95919Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Brownsville, CA 95919?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Brownsville, CA 95919, 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 Brownsville, CA 95919 have openings?
These lists for Brownsville, CA 95919 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
Use the phone number on each building card in Brownsville, CA 95919. 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
In Brownsville, CA 95919, 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 95919?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 95919 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 95919?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Brownsville, CA 95919 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Brownsville, CA 95919?
Most income-restricted buildings in Brownsville, CA 95919 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 $35,700, and $50,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($57,050 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
For many programs in Brownsville, CA 95919, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,700 a year for 1 person and $50,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $57,050 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
There is no single waiting list for Brownsville, CA 95919. 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Brownsville, CA 95919, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Brownsville, CA 95919 is $1,510 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Brownsville, CA 95919. 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 Brownsville, CA 95919?
This page may still list buildings in Brownsville, CA 95919 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; 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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