Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Shasta, CA 96087
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96087 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Shasta, CA 96087. 11 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96087
Piper Way Senior Housing
3294 Piper Way, Redding, CA 96001
9.7 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Redding / RHF Housing, Inc.
2142 Butte St, Redding, CA 96001
10.4 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
California Place Apartments F.K.A. Block 7 Downtown Apartments
1575 California Street, Redding, CA 96001
10.8 mi away
78 units · 77 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Market Street Apartments
1551 Market Street, Redding, CA 96001
10.9 mi away
82 units · 81 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Hotel Redding
1748 Market St, Redding, CA 96001
10.9 mi away
49 units · 48 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
East Street Senior Apts
1225 S St, Redding, CA 96001
11.1 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
The Woodlands II
2900 Polk Street, Redding, CA 96001
11.9 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Valley Ridge Senior Apartments
2100 Morningstar Way, Shasta Lake, CA 96019
12.5 mi away
38 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96087
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,620/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Redding, CA area · median family income $97,100. 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 | 96087 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,130 | $1,201 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,240 | $1,209 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,581 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,270 | $2,189 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,750 | $2,643 |
Wider area = Redding, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (96052) to $1,610 (96019).
Census figures for 96087 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $110,375. 0% of homes are rented.
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 96087's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96087Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Shasta, CA 96087?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Shasta, CA 96087, 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 Shasta, CA 96087 have openings?
These lists for Shasta, CA 96087 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
Use the phone number on each building card in Shasta, CA 96087. 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
In Shasta, CA 96087, 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 96087?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96087 right now. 11 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 96087?
Yes — this page also lists 11 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Shasta, CA 96087 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Shasta, CA 96087?
Most income-restricted buildings in Shasta, CA 96087 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
For many programs in Shasta, CA 96087, 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
There is no single waiting list for Shasta, CA 96087. 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
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 Shasta, CA 96087?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Shasta, CA 96087, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Shasta, CA 96087 is $1,620 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Shasta, CA 96087. 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 Shasta, CA 96087?
This page may still list buildings in Shasta, CA 96087 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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