Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cottonwood, CA 96022
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96022 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Cottonwood, CA 96022. 33 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 16 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96022
The 20 closest of 33 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Anderson Court Apts
1565 Fair Oaks, Anderson, CA 96007
10.6 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Manzanita Hills Apts
1526 Spruce St, Anderson, CA 96007
10.7 mi away
160 units · 148 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Blue Oak Court
2300 State Hwy 273, Anderson, CA 96007
10.9 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Seasons at Los Robles
2780 Ventura St, Anderson, CA 96007
11.4 mi away
59 units · 58 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Regency Place Senior Apts
2501 Red Bud Ln, Anderson, CA 96007
11.7 mi away
81 units · 80 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Season at Regency Place II
2400 Shady Ln, Anderson, CA 96007
11.8 mi away
79 units · 78 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Battle Crk Sr Apts
2600 Red Bud Lane, Anderson, CA 96007
11.8 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
River Garden Apartments
3195 Briarwood Apartments, Anderson, CA 96007
12.1 mi away
108 units · 106 income-restricted
Manzanita/River Apt
3195 Briarwood Drive, Anderson, CA 96007
12.1 mi away
268 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Brickyard Creek
1275 Walnut St, Red Bluff, CA 96080
15.5 mi away
50 units · 9 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Phoenix Apartments
1323 Deborah Dr, Red Bluff, CA 96080
15.9 mi away
46 units · 45 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Della Williams Gardens
3221 Bechelli Ln, Redding, CA 96002
16.1 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Red Bluff Apts
111 Sale Ln, Red Bluff, CA 96080
16.1 mi away
72 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96022
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,700/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $68,000/yr
- Renters in 96022 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
Income limits (2026)
Tehama County, CA area · median family income $86,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $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 | 96022 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,240 | $948 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,300 | $1,040 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,361 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,360 | $1,885 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,850 | $2,275 |
Wider area = Tehama County, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,330 (96080) to $1,560 (96002).
Census figures for 96022 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,450. Median household income $89,338. 23% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% 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 96022's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96022Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cottonwood, CA 96022?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cottonwood, CA 96022, 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022 have openings?
These lists for Cottonwood, CA 96022 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cottonwood, CA 96022. 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
In Cottonwood, CA 96022, 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 96022?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96022 right now. 33 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 96022?
Yes — this page also lists 33 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cottonwood, CA 96022 (within about 16 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cottonwood, CA 96022?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cottonwood, CA 96022 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
For many programs in Cottonwood, CA 96022, 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
There is no single waiting list for Cottonwood, CA 96022. 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cottonwood, CA 96022, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cottonwood, CA 96022 is $1,700 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cottonwood, CA 96022. 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 Cottonwood, CA 96022?
This page may still list buildings in Cottonwood, CA 96022 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; 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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