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Housing Authority of County of Marin

4020 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA, 94903

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 19 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of County of Marin operates 2,860 units of public housing in San Rafael, California. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible households in Marin County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Senior/Disabled Housing AMP2 Properties STUDIOS Waiting List was open from June 27, 2024, to July 11, 2024. This waitlist is now closed.

Last verified April 15, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

A maximum of 50 HCV applicant placements per year are available for applicants experiencing chronic homelessness, with referrals from the Marin County Coordinated Entry provider. A maximum of 15 HCV applicant placements per year can be referred for victims of domestic violence. A maximum of 15 HCV applicant placements per year are available for victims of a natural disaster. A maximum of 5 HCV applicant placements per year are available for applicants in state or federal witness protection. A maximum of 5 HCV applicant placements per year are available for applicants who must vacate due to eminent domain.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2860

Fair Market Rent - Marin 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	$2,292
1 Bedroom	$2,818
2 Bedroom	$3,359
3 Bedroom	$4,112
4 Bedroom	$4,473

Income Limits - Marin County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $38,400
Very Low (50%): $63,950
Low (80%): $102,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $43,850
Very Low (50%): $73,100
Low (80%): $117,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $49,350
Very Low (50%): $82,250
Low (80%): $131,750

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $54,800
Very Low (50%): $91,350
Low (80%): $146,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $59,200
Very Low (50%): $98,700
Low (80%): $158,100

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $63,600
Very Low (50%): $106,000
Low (80%): $169,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $68,000
Very Low (50%): $113,300
Low (80%): $181,500

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $72,350
Very Low (50%): $120,600
Low (80%): $193,200

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$38,400	$63,950	$102,450
2 Persons	$43,850	$73,100	$117,100
3 Persons	$49,350	$82,250	$131,750
4 Persons	$54,800	$91,350	$146,350
5 Persons	$59,200	$98,700	$158,100
6 Persons	$63,600	$106,000	$169,800
7 Persons	$68,000	$113,300	$181,500
8 Persons	$72,350	$120,600	$193,200

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Marin County, CA is: $2292 (Studio), $2818 (1BR), $3359 (2BR), $4112 (3BR), $4473 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of County of Marin is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

Housing Authority of County of Marin has a total of 2860 housing units.

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

Housing Authority of County of Marin is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4154912525, 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Marin County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $54,800, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $91,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $146,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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

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.

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