Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Closed

Buena Vista Midtown

1535 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA, 95126

Information verified June 21, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Buena Vista Midtown is an affordable housing community with 94 units in San Jose, California. The property is situated in Santa Clara County and provides residential options for income-qualified households. Interested parties can contact the property management for information about availability and residency requirements.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Santa Clara County Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed and was last open in 2006 for the Moderate Rehabilitation waiting list. No notice of when this waiting list will reopen has been provided.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

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The official waiting list has not been opened since 2006; however, an interest list is continuously open, from which applicants are randomly chosen for the waiting list. Preference is given to those on the interest lists who live or work, or have lived or worked, in Santa Clara County within the last five years. Applicants must log into the Applicant Portal at least once a year to remain active on the interest list.

Last verified June 3, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 21, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Santa Clara 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	$2,383
1 Bedroom	$2,694
2 Bedroom	$3,132
3 Bedroom	$4,011
4 Bedroom	$4,425

Income Limits - Santa Clara County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $34,800
Very Low (50%): $58,000
Low (80%): $82,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $39,800
Very Low (50%): $66,300
Low (80%): $94,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,750
Very Low (50%): $74,600
Low (80%): $106,000

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $49,700
Very Low (50%): $82,850
Low (80%): $117,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $53,700
Very Low (50%): $89,500
Low (80%): $127,200

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $57,700
Very Low (50%): $96,150
Low (80%): $136,600

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $61,650
Very Low (50%): $102,750
Low (80%): $146,050

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $65,650
Very Low (50%): $109,400
Low (80%): $155,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$34,800	$58,000	$82,450
2 Persons	$39,800	$66,300	$94,200
3 Persons	$44,750	$74,600	$106,000
4 Persons	$49,700	$82,850	$117,750
5 Persons	$53,700	$89,500	$127,200
6 Persons	$57,700	$96,150	$136,600
7 Persons	$61,650	$102,750	$146,050
8 Persons	$65,650	$109,400	$155,450

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

8888

Low-Income Units

0 / 94

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Santa Clara County, CA is: $2383 (Studio), $2694 (1BR), $3132 (2BR), $4011 (3BR), $4425 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Buena Vista Midtown is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

For a 4-person household in Santa Clara County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $49,700, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $82,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $117,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Buena Vista Midtown?+

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.

Who manages Buena Vista Midtown?+

Buena Vista Midtown is managed by . You can reach them at .

How do I apply for housing at Buena Vista Midtown?+

Buena Vista Midtown is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

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