About This Property
The County of El Dorado Housing Authority operates 417 housing units in Placerville, serving residents of El Dorado County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
The public housing waitlist is currently closed. Preferences may be given to families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
The waiting list for the Section 8 (HCV) program is currently closed and was last open in October 2016 for one week, with 500 applicants selected via a computer-generated lottery. Preferences may be given to families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 12, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - El Dorado 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 | $1,543 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,666 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,072 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,884 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,321 |
Income Limits - El Dorado County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,750
- Low (80%)
- $50,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,250
- Low (80%)
- $58,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,800
- Low (80%)
- $65,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,300
- Low (80%)
- $72,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,950
- Low (80%)
- $78,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,550
- Low (80%)
- $84,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,200
- Low (80%)
- $89,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,800
- Low (80%)
- $95,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,050 | $31,750 | $50,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,800 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 3 Persons | $24,500 | $40,800 | $65,250 |
| 4 Persons | $27,200 | $45,300 | $72,500 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $48,950 | $78,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $52,550 | $84,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $56,200 | $89,900 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $59,800 | $95,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Placerville, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for El Dorado County, CA is: $1543 (Studio), $1666 (1BR), $2072 (2BR), $2884 (3BR), $3321 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like County of El Dorado Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does County of El Dorado Housing Authority have?+
County of El Dorado Housing Authority has a total of 417 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for County of El Dorado Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in El Dorado County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in El Dorado County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $72,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at County of El Dorado Housing Authority?+
County of El Dorado Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5306216300, 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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