Low Income (LIHTC)

Essex Apts

44916 10th St W, Lancaster, CA, 93534

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About This Property

Essex Apts comprises 150 studio units in Lancaster, California, with 149 designated as low-income housing. The property was placed in service in 2007 and utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to support its affordability. A non-profit organization owns and manages the community.

Property Details

Total Units

150

Studio

150

Fair Market Rent - Los Angeles 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	$1,777
1 Bedroom	$2,006
2 Bedroom	$2,544
3 Bedroom	$3,263
4 Bedroom	$3,600

Income Limits - Los Angeles County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $24,850
Very Low (50%): $41,400
Low (80%): $66,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,400
Very Low (50%): $47,300
Low (80%): $75,700

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,950
Very Low (50%): $53,200
Low (80%): $85,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,450
Very Low (50%): $59,100
Low (80%): $94,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $38,300
Very Low (50%): $63,850
Low (80%): $102,200

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $41,150
Very Low (50%): $68,600
Low (80%): $109,750

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,000
Very Low (50%): $73,300
Low (80%): $117,350

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $46,800
Very Low (50%): $78,050
Low (80%): $124,900

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$24,850	$41,400	$66,250
2 Persons	$28,400	$47,300	$75,700
3 Persons	$31,950	$53,200	$85,150
4 Persons	$35,450	$59,100	$94,600
5 Persons	$38,300	$63,850	$102,200
6 Persons	$41,150	$68,600	$109,750
7 Persons	$44,000	$73,300	$117,350
8 Persons	$46,800	$78,050	$124,900

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2007

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

149 / 150

Designations

Non-ProfitDifficult Development AreaQualified Census Tract

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Los Angeles County, CA is: $1777 (Studio), $2006 (1BR), $2544 (2BR), $3263 (3BR), $3600 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Essex Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.

What size apartments are available at Essex Apts?+

Essex Apts offers the following unit types: 150 Studio units, for a total of 150 units.

Who manages Essex Apts?+

Essex Apts is managed by . You can reach them at .

How do I apply for housing at Essex Apts?+

Essex Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

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

For a 4-person household in Los Angeles County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $35,450, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $59,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $94,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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