Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lake City, CA 96115
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 96115 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Lake City, CA 96115. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 96115
Alturas Meadows Apartments
506 E 12th St, Alturas, CA 96101
27.2 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Modoc West Apts
310 West Second St, Alturas, CA 96101
28 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Newell Migrant Center
501 Dunsmuir St, Newell, CA 96134
67.8 mi away
42 units · 2–4+ BR
- 40 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Cedarwood Apts
24845 Fort Crook Avenue, Fall River Mills, CA 96028
85.4 mi away
38 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Susanville Gardens Apts
1070 Paiute Ln, Susanville, CA 96130
92.3 mi away
64 units · 32 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Mill View Apts
780 Hall Street, Susanville, CA 96130
92.4 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Meadowbrook Garden Apartments
555 N Roop St, Susanville, CA 96130
92.7 mi away
90 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lassen Manor
205 North Mesa Street, Susanville, CA 96130
92.9 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Meadowbrook Parkview Garden Apts
320 Limoneria Ave, Susanville, CA 96130
93.3 mi away
90 units · 87 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 96115
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,080/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Modoc County, CA area · median family income $75,300. 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 | 96115 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $755 |
| 1 bedroom | $850 | $856 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,080 | $1,084 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,501 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,780 | $1,792 |
Wider area = Modoc County, CA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (97635) to $1,080 (96108).
Census figures for 96115 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $71,719 (uncertain estimate). 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 96115's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 96115Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lake City, CA 96115?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lake City, CA 96115, 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 Lake City, CA 96115 have openings?
These lists for Lake City, CA 96115 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lake City, CA 96115. 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
In Lake City, CA 96115, 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 96115?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 96115 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lake City, CA 96115?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lake City, CA 96115 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
For many programs in Lake City, CA 96115, 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
There is no single waiting list for Lake City, CA 96115. 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
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 Lake City, CA 96115?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lake City, CA 96115, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lake City, CA 96115 is $1,080 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lake City, CA 96115. 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 Lake City, CA 96115?
This page may still list buildings in Lake City, CA 96115 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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