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Housing Authority of the County of Riverside

Name: Housing Authority of the County of Riverside
Address: 5555 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA, 92504, US
Telephone: 9513510700

5555 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA, 92504

Information verified September 12, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 2 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the County of Riverside manages 10,051 public housing units throughout Riverside County. Both the public housing and Section 8 assistance waitlists are currently open for applicants. The authority provides affordable rental options to eligible residents in the Riverside area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. Eligibility is generally based on income, family size, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened January 20, 2025

Closed September 1, 2025

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is closed to new applicants as of September 1, 2025; existing registrants cannot update online during a system conversion. First-level preferences include eligible veterans, widows of veterans, and those 70+ years old; general preferences include elderly (62+), disabled families, and those meeting extremely low (30% AMI) or very low (30-50% AMI) income limits. Residency preference is given to those living or working in Riverside County, and online registration requires a valid Social Security Number.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 12, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

10051

Fair Market Rent - Riverside 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	$1,517
1 Bedroom	$1,611
2 Bedroom	$2,010
3 Bedroom	$2,707
4 Bedroom	$3,304

Income Limits - Riverside County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,600
Very Low (50%): $27,650
Low (80%): $44,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,000
Very Low (50%): $31,600
Low (80%): $50,600

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,550
Low (80%): $56,900

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,500
Low (80%): $63,200

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,700
Low (80%): $68,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,850
Low (80%): $73,350

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,000
Low (80%): $78,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,150
Low (80%): $83,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,600	$27,650	$44,250
2 Persons	$19,000	$31,600	$50,600
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,550	$56,900
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,500	$63,200
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,700	$68,300
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,850	$73,350
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,000	$78,400
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,150	$83,450

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Riverside County, CA is: $1517 (Studio), $1611 (1BR), $2010 (2BR), $2707 (3BR), $3304 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the County of Riverside is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the County of Riverside have?+

Housing Authority of the County of Riverside has a total of 10051 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Riverside County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,200. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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

Housing Authority of the County of Riverside is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9513510700, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the County of Riverside?+

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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