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Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco

1815 Egbert Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94124

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

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco manages 16,004 public housing units throughout San Francisco County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 assistance waitlist are currently open for applications. This housing authority provides rental assistance and public housing options for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Waitlist accepted online applications between May 7, 2025 - May 21, 2025. A lottery will be used to draw names. Preferences include Veteran/Surviving Spouse of Veteran and Involuntarily Displaced from San Francisco Residence.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is a federally funded, locally administered program that assists very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

16004

Fair Market Rent - San Francisco 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	$2,292
1 Bedroom	$2,818
2 Bedroom	$3,359
3 Bedroom	$4,112
4 Bedroom	$4,473

Income Limits - San Francisco County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $38,400
Very Low (50%): $63,950
Low (80%): $102,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $43,850
Very Low (50%): $73,100
Low (80%): $117,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $49,350
Very Low (50%): $82,250
Low (80%): $131,750

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $54,800
Very Low (50%): $91,350
Low (80%): $146,350

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $59,200
Very Low (50%): $98,700
Low (80%): $158,100

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $63,600
Very Low (50%): $106,000
Low (80%): $169,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $68,000
Very Low (50%): $113,300
Low (80%): $181,500

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $72,350
Very Low (50%): $120,600
Low (80%): $193,200

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$38,400	$63,950	$102,450
2 Persons	$43,850	$73,100	$117,100
3 Persons	$49,350	$82,250	$131,750
4 Persons	$54,800	$91,350	$146,350
5 Persons	$59,200	$98,700	$158,100
6 Persons	$63,600	$106,000	$169,800
7 Persons	$68,000	$113,300	$181,500
8 Persons	$72,350	$120,600	$193,200

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for San Francisco County, CA is: $2292 (Studio), $2818 (1BR), $3359 (2BR), $4112 (3BR), $4473 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco have?+

Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco has a total of 16004 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in San Francisco County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $54,800, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $91,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $146,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco?+

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 Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco?+

Housing Authority of the City & County of San Francisco is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4157153276, 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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