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County of Butte Housing Authority

Name: County of Butte Housing Authority
Address: 2039 Forest Ave, Chico, CA, 95928, US
Telephone: 5308954474

2039 Forest Ave, Chico, CA, 95928

Information verified October 22, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

The County of Butte Housing Authority operates 2,581 units of public housing in Chico, California. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 voucher program waitlist are currently open for applicants. Interested households can apply through the housing authority for affordable housing options in Butte County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened February 15, 2023

Apply: Online

The waiting list for Chico 1-bedroom Public Housing units is closed; 2, 3, and 4-bedroom units are open. Applications are accepted online, and assistance or paper applications are available by phone (530-895-4474) or in-person at 2039 Forest Ave., Chico, CA.

Last verified August 30, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened January 30, 2023

Closed February 13, 2023

The general Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. Applications were previously selected via a random lottery. A limited waiting list for Homeless and Moving Up Preferences is open by referrals only.

Last verified September 30, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 22, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2581

Fair Market Rent - Butte County, CA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,049
1 Bedroom	$1,091
2 Bedroom	$1,428
3 Bedroom	$2,012
4 Bedroom	$2,423

Income Limits - Butte County, CA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,650
Very Low (50%): $24,400
Low (80%): $39,050

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,900
Low (80%): $44,600

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $31,400
Low (80%): $50,200

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $34,850
Low (80%): $55,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $37,650
Low (80%): $60,250

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $40,450
Low (80%): $64,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $43,250
Low (80%): $69,150

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $46,050
Low (80%): $73,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,650	$24,400	$39,050
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,900	$44,600
3 Persons	$21,960	$31,400	$50,200
4 Persons	$26,500	$34,850	$55,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$37,650	$60,250
6 Persons	$35,580	$40,450	$64,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$43,250	$69,150
8 Persons	$44,660	$46,050	$73,600

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Chico, CA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Butte County, CA is: $1049 (Studio), $1091 (1BR), $1428 (2BR), $2012 (3BR), $2423 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like County of Butte Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does County of Butte Housing Authority have?+

County of Butte Housing Authority has a total of 2581 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Butte County, CA?+

For a 4-person household in Butte County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for County of Butte Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at County of Butte Housing Authority?+

County of Butte Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5308954474, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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