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San Diego Housing Commission

Name: San Diego Housing Commission
Address: 1122 Broadway Ste 300, San Diego, CA, 92101, US
Telephone: 6192319400

1122 Broadway Ste 300, San Diego, CA, 92101

Information verified October 22, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 16 hr ago

About This Property

The San Diego Housing Commission operates 15,997 affordable housing units across San Diego County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 voucher waitlist are currently open for applicants. The housing authority administers these programs to provide affordable rental options to eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Closed February 1, 2026

The Public Housing waiting list was closed on February 1, 2026. SDHC owns and/or manages over 4,100 affordable rental units for low- and moderate-income residents, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.

Last verified April 23, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed February 1, 2026

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list closed on February 1, 2026. The San Diego Housing Commission does not anticipate selecting new families from the lengthy waitlist for several more years due to insufficient federal funding.

Last verified April 23, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 22, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

15997

Fair Market Rent - San Diego 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	$2,062
1 Bedroom	$2,248
2 Bedroom	$2,833
3 Bedroom	$3,819
4 Bedroom	$4,638

Income Limits - San Diego County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $25,450
Very Low (50%): $42,450
Low (80%): $67,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,100
Very Low (50%): $48,500
Low (80%): $77,600

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,750
Very Low (50%): $54,550
Low (80%): $87,300

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,350
Very Low (50%): $60,600
Low (80%): $97,000

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $39,300
Very Low (50%): $65,450
Low (80%): $104,800

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $42,200
Very Low (50%): $70,300
Low (80%): $112,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $45,100
Very Low (50%): $75,150
Low (80%): $120,300

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $48,000
Very Low (50%): $80,000
Low (80%): $128,050

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$25,450	$42,450	$67,900
2 Persons	$29,100	$48,500	$77,600
3 Persons	$32,750	$54,550	$87,300
4 Persons	$36,350	$60,600	$97,000
5 Persons	$39,300	$65,450	$104,800
6 Persons	$42,200	$70,300	$112,550
7 Persons	$45,100	$75,150	$120,300
8 Persons	$48,000	$80,000	$128,050

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for San Diego County, CA is: $2062 (Studio), $2248 (1BR), $2833 (2BR), $3819 (3BR), $4638 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like San Diego Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does San Diego Housing Commission have?+

San Diego Housing Commission has a total of 15997 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in San Diego County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $36,350, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $60,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $97,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for San Diego Housing Commission?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at San Diego Housing Commission?+

San Diego Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6192319400, 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.

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