About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove operates 2,412 units of public housing in Orange 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
Family needs are considered in making invitations to apply; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
Local preferences include victims of domestic violence, those who live, work, or attend school locally, and veterans; applications with equal preference are ordered by date and time.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 12, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Orange 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 | $2,200 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,344 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,783 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,769 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,467 |
Income Limits - Orange County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,100
- Low (80%)
- $75,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,800
- Low (80%)
- $86,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,550
- Low (80%)
- $96,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $67,250
- Low (80%)
- $107,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $72,650
- Low (80%)
- $116,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $46,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $78,050
- Low (80%)
- $124,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $50,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $83,400
- Low (80%)
- $133,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $53,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $88,800
- Low (80%)
- $142,000
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $28,250 | $47,100 | $75,300 |
| 2 Persons | $32,300 | $53,800 | $86,050 |
| 3 Persons | $36,350 | $60,550 | $96,800 |
| 4 Persons | $40,350 | $67,250 | $107,550 |
| 5 Persons | $43,600 | $72,650 | $116,200 |
| 6 Persons | $46,850 | $78,050 | $124,800 |
| 7 Persons | $50,050 | $83,400 | $133,400 |
| 8 Persons | $53,300 | $88,800 | $142,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Garden Grove, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Orange County, CA is: $2200 (Studio), $2344 (1BR), $2783 (2BR), $3769 (3BR), $4467 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove has a total of 2412 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove?+
Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7147415150, 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 Orange County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in Orange County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $40,350, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $67,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $107,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Garden Grove?+
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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