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City of Sacramento Housing Authority

801 12th St, Sacramento, CA, 95814

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

The City of Sacramento Housing Authority operates 1,640 units of public housing in Sacramento, CA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The authority serves Sacramento County residents seeking affordable rental housing options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Applications are accepted for selected sites and bedroom sizes (e.g., 4-5 bedrooms) for properties located throughout the City and County of Sacramento. Preferences may include veteran, homeless, homeless with services, or involuntary displaced, with income at or below 80% of the area median income.

Last verified March 5, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The Tenant-Based Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list (formerly Section 8) is currently closed. Previous opening was from January 12, 2022, to February 9, 2022. Preferences included homeless, rent-burdened, veteran in household, disabled, and living or working in Sacramento County.

Last verified February 24, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1640

Fair Market Rent - Sacramento 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	$1,543
1 Bedroom	$1,666
2 Bedroom	$2,072
3 Bedroom	$2,884
4 Bedroom	$3,321

Income Limits - Sacramento County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,050
Very Low (50%): $31,750
Low (80%): $50,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,800
Very Low (50%): $36,250
Low (80%): $58,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,500
Very Low (50%): $40,800
Low (80%): $65,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,200
Very Low (50%): $45,300
Low (80%): $72,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $48,950
Low (80%): $78,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $52,550
Low (80%): $84,100

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $56,200
Low (80%): $89,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $59,800
Low (80%): $95,700

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$19,050	$31,750	$50,750
2 Persons	$21,800	$36,250	$58,000
3 Persons	$24,500	$40,800	$65,250
4 Persons	$27,200	$45,300	$72,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$48,950	$78,300
6 Persons	$35,580	$52,550	$84,100
7 Persons	$40,120	$56,200	$89,900
8 Persons	$44,660	$59,800	$95,700

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Sacramento County, CA is: $1543 (Studio), $1666 (1BR), $2072 (2BR), $2884 (3BR), $3321 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Sacramento Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Sacramento Housing Authority have?+

City of Sacramento Housing Authority has a total of 1640 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Sacramento County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $72,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at City of Sacramento Housing Authority?+

City of Sacramento Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9164401319, 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 City of Sacramento Housing Authority?+

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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