Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Redding, CA

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Shasta County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2023 in Redding, CA.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Shasta County, CA$87,000Very Low Income (50%)$37,800$42,000$45,400$48,750$52,100
Extremely Low Income (30%)$24,860$30,000$35,140$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $60,500$67,200$72,600$78,000$83,350

Shasta County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Shasta County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Shasta County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Housing Authority of the City of Redding

777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA - 96001
Shasta County
Website: http://ci.redding.ca.us
Phone Number: (530)225-4048

Shasta County Housing & Community Action Programs

1450 Court St
Redding, CA - 96001
Shasta County
Website: https://www.co.shasta.ca.us/index/housing-community
Phone Number: (530) 225-5160

HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Redding, CA

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Redding, CA. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Redding, CA Shasta County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$954Estimated $286.20 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$1255Estimated $376.50 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1783Estimated $534.90 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$2148Estimated $644.40 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Redding, CA

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Heather Ridge Apartments

830 St Marks St
Redding, CA - 96003
Total Apartment Units: 56
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 56
2 Bedroom apartments 56
Years In Service Since: 1989
Family Apartments: YES

Laurel Glen Apartments

555 Leila Ave
Redding, CA - 96002
Total Apartment Units: 64
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 64
1 Bedroom apartments 24
2 Bedroom apartments 20
3 Bedroom apartments 20
Years In Service Since: 2000
Family Apartments: YES

Shadowbrook Apartments

1835 Hartnell Ave
Redding, CA - 96002
Total Apartment Units: 80
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 80
3 Bedroom apartments 40
4 Bedroom apartments 40
Years In Service Since: 2001
Family Apartments: YES

Hotel Redding

1748 Market St
Redding, CA - 96001
Total Apartment Units: 47
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 47
1 Bedroom apartments 36
2 Bedroom apartments 7
Years In Service Since: 2002
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES

Heritage Plaza Apartments

1895 Benton Dr
Redding, CA - 96003
Total Apartment Units: 180
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 180
1 Bedroom apartments 56
2 Bedroom apartments 63
3 Bedroom apartments 35
Years In Service Since: 2003

Linden Apartments

2795 W St
Redding, CA - 96001
Total Apartment Units: 30
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 30
2 Bedroom apartments 16
3 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 2007
Family Apartments: YES

East Street Senior Apartments

1225 S St
Redding, CA - 96001
Total Apartment Units: 21
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 21
1 Bedroom apartments 16
2 Bedroom apartments 5
Years In Service Since: 2010
Senior Apartments: YES

Lorenz Senior Apartments

1509 Yuba St
Redding, CA - 96001
Total Apartment Units: 60
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 60
1 Bedroom apartments 36
Years In Service Since: 2014


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Redding, CA

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Shasta County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Tree House Senior Apartments

4500 Alder St
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (530)246-1086
Total Apartment Units: 62
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Redding / Rhf Housing, Inc.

2142 Butte St
Redding, CA - 96001
Phone: (530) 244-2320
Total Apartment Units: 12
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Redding Pilgrim

910-2 Canby Rd
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (530) 222-2210
Total Apartment Units: 50
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Heritage Plaza Phase Ii

1875 Benton Dr
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (916) 241-7740
Total Apartment Units: 80
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Della Williams Gardens

3221 Bechelli Ln
Redding, CA - 96002
Phone: (530)224-9750
Total Apartment Units: 21
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Wilshire Place

580 Wilshire Dr
Redding, CA - 96002
Phone: (530)222-0532
Total Apartment Units: 17
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Lorenz Senior Apartments

1509 Yuba St
Redding, CA - 96001
Phone: (530) 243-6451
Total Apartment Units: 60
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Whispering Oaks

900 Canby Rd
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (530) 226-8475
Total Apartment Units: 10
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Mountain Vistas

675 Peppertree Lane
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (530) 244-7901
Total Apartment Units: 57
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Mercy Oaks Village

2355 Mcauley Way
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (530) 242-1797
Total Apartment Units: 63
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Mountain Vistas Ii

385 Hilltop Drive
Redding, CA - 96003
Phone: (530) 241-9030
Total Apartment Units: 40
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Saint Clare Court

2475 Beverly Drive
Redding, CA - 96002
Phone: 530-223-5639
Total Apartment Units: 15
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing


About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in CA?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.