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Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles
Address: 2600 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90057, US
Telephone: 2132522500

2600 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90057

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 4 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles operates 57,655 units of public housing throughout Los Angeles County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. This housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened June 11, 2026

Apply: Multiple

HACLA operates one city-wide waiting list for all public housing developments. Local preferences are given to applicants who are employed, attending higher education, self-sufficient, active military/veterans, disabled, or age 62 or older, with priority for veteran families; 1-bedroom applications are currently not accepted.

Last verified June 11, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. The last opening in 2017 utilized a computer-randomized lottery to select applicants, with preferences for those living or working in the City of Los Angeles and veterans.

Last verified May 26, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

57655

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Los Angeles, 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 Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles has a total of 57655 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles?+

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2132522500, 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 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles?+

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.

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