About This Property
Menlo Family Housing offers 60 units in Los Angeles County, with 59 designated as low-income housing for families. The property includes five one-bedroom, thirty-five two-bedroom, and twenty three-bedroom units and has been in service since 2013. The development is non-profit owned and funded through HOME grants and tax-exempt bonds.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles
Placement on the waiting list is based on date/time of application and qualifying preferences. Preferences are given to applicants who are employed, attending higher education, self-sufficient, active military/veterans (with priority for veteran families), disabled, or age 62 or older. The waitlist is not currently accepting 1-bedroom applications.
The last application period for the Section 8 Waiting List Lottery was from October 17, 2022, through October 30, 2022. A computer-randomized lottery was used to select up to 30,000 applicants. Preferences included living, working, or being hired to work within the City of Los Angeles, and being a veteran or having a household member who is a veteran.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Los Angeles 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 | $1,777 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,006 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,544 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,263 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,600 |
Income Limits - Los Angeles County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,400
- Low (80%)
- $66,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,300
- Low (80%)
- $75,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,200
- Low (80%)
- $85,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,100
- Low (80%)
- $94,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,850
- Low (80%)
- $102,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $41,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $68,600
- Low (80%)
- $109,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $73,300
- Low (80%)
- $117,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $46,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $78,050
- Low (80%)
- $124,900
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $24,850 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 2 Persons | $28,400 | $47,300 | $75,700 |
| 3 Persons | $31,950 | $53,200 | $85,150 |
| 4 Persons | $35,450 | $59,100 | $94,600 |
| 5 Persons | $38,300 | $63,850 | $102,200 |
| 6 Persons | $41,150 | $68,600 | $109,750 |
| 7 Persons | $44,000 | $73,300 | $117,350 |
| 8 Persons | $46,800 | $78,050 | $124,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Los Angeles, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Los Angeles County, CA is: $1777 (Studio), $2006 (1BR), $2544 (2BR), $3263 (3BR), $3600 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Menlo Family Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Menlo Family Housing?+
Menlo Family Housing offers the following unit types: 5 One-Bedroom, 35 Two-Bedroom, 20 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 60 units.
Is there a waitlist for Menlo Family Housing?+
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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Los Angeles County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in Los Angeles County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $35,450, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $59,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $94,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Menlo Family Housing?+
Menlo Family Housing is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Los Angeles, CA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Los Angeles County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $2006, 2-bedroom: $2544, 3-bedroom: $3263. Actual rent at Menlo Family Housing may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who is eligible to live at Menlo Family Housing?+
Menlo Family Housing primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Menlo Family Housing?+
Menlo Family Housing is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Contact Information
Walk Score
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Nearby Schools
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