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Housing Authority of the City of Richmond

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Richmond
Address: 330 24th St, Richmond, CA, 94804, US
Telephone: 5106211303

330 24th St, Richmond, CA, 94804

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 12 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Richmond operates 409 units of public housing in Richmond, California. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applicants in Contra Costa County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Authority of the City of Richmond administers public housing for low-income families and individuals; applications are accepted when the waitlist opens.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Effective July 1, 2019, the Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa (HACCC) assumed management responsibilities for Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) formerly administered by the Richmond Housing Authority (RHA).

Last verified February 23, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

409

Fair Market Rent - Contra Costa 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	$1,825
1 Bedroom	$2,131
2 Bedroom	$2,590
3 Bedroom	$3,342
4 Bedroom	$3,954

Income Limits - Contra Costa County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $28,800
Very Low (50%): $47,950
Low (80%): $76,750

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,900
Very Low (50%): $54,800
Low (80%): $87,700

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,000
Very Low (50%): $61,650
Low (80%): $98,650

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $41,100
Very Low (50%): $68,500
Low (80%): $109,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,400
Very Low (50%): $74,000
Low (80%): $118,400

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $47,700
Very Low (50%): $79,500
Low (80%): $127,150

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $51,000
Very Low (50%): $84,950
Low (80%): $135,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $54,300
Very Low (50%): $90,450
Low (80%): $144,700

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$28,800	$47,950	$76,750
2 Persons	$32,900	$54,800	$87,700
3 Persons	$37,000	$61,650	$98,650
4 Persons	$41,100	$68,500	$109,600
5 Persons	$44,400	$74,000	$118,400
6 Persons	$47,700	$79,500	$127,150
7 Persons	$51,000	$84,950	$135,950
8 Persons	$54,300	$90,450	$144,700

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Contra Costa County, CA is: $1825 (Studio), $2131 (1BR), $2590 (2BR), $3342 (3BR), $3954 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Richmond is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Richmond have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Richmond has a total of 409 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Contra Costa County, CA?+

For a 4-person household in Contra Costa County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $41,100, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $68,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $109,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Richmond?+

Housing Authority of the City of Richmond is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5106211303, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Richmond?+

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.

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