
About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura operates 2,118 units of public housing in Ventura, California. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly to inquire about availability and eligibility requirements.
Waitlist Information
Accepting applications for families and elderly/disabled individuals. Applications are placed on the waiting list by the date and time received. No specific preferences mentioned.
Ventura Housing maintains waiting lists with over 10,000 applicants. Applications are processed and ranked by date and time received. Preference is given to individuals/families that live or work in the City of Ventura.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Ventura 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 | $1,725 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,011 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,414 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,310 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,867 |
Income Limits - Ventura County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,250
- Low (80%)
- $62,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,850
- Low (80%)
- $71,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,450
- Low (80%)
- $80,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,050
- Low (80%)
- $89,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,550
- Low (80%)
- $96,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $39,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $65,050
- Low (80%)
- $104,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $41,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $69,550
- Low (80%)
- $111,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $74,000
- Low (80%)
- $118,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $23,600 | $39,250 | $62,800 |
| 2 Persons | $26,950 | $44,850 | $71,800 |
| 3 Persons | $30,300 | $50,450 | $80,750 |
| 4 Persons | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| 5 Persons | $36,350 | $60,550 | $96,900 |
| 6 Persons | $39,050 | $65,050 | $104,100 |
| 7 Persons | $41,750 | $69,550 | $111,250 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $74,000 | $118,450 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Ventura, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Ventura County, CA is: $1725 (Studio), $2011 (1BR), $2414 (2BR), $3310 (3BR), $3867 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura have?+
Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura has a total of 2118 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura?+
Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8056485008, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Ventura County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in Ventura County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $33,650, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $56,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $89,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura?+
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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