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Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana
Address: 20 Civic Center Plz, Santa Ana, CA, 92701, US
Telephone: 7146672200

20 Civic Center Plz, Santa Ana, CA, 92701

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 11 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana manages 3,257 public housing units across Santa Ana in Orange County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The authority provides affordable rental options to eligible residents in the area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

No current information found

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened May 2, 2022

Closed May 31, 2022

Apply: Online

Applications were previously accepted online and selected through a computerized, random lottery process. Local preferences may be given to families who are homeless, living in substandard housing, paying over 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced.

Last verified March 30, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3257

Fair Market Rent - Orange 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	$2,200
1 Bedroom	$2,344
2 Bedroom	$2,783
3 Bedroom	$3,769
4 Bedroom	$4,467

Income Limits - Orange County, CA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $28,250
Very Low (50%): $47,100
Low (80%): $75,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,300
Very Low (50%): $53,800
Low (80%): $86,050

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,350
Very Low (50%): $60,550
Low (80%): $96,800

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,350
Very Low (50%): $67,250
Low (80%): $107,550

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $43,600
Very Low (50%): $72,650
Low (80%): $116,200

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $46,850
Very Low (50%): $78,050
Low (80%): $124,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $50,050
Very Low (50%): $83,400
Low (80%): $133,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $53,300
Very Low (50%): $88,800
Low (80%): $142,000

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$28,250	$47,100	$75,300
2 Persons	$32,300	$53,800	$86,050
3 Persons	$36,350	$60,550	$96,800
4 Persons	$40,350	$67,250	$107,550
5 Persons	$43,600	$72,650	$116,200
6 Persons	$46,850	$78,050	$124,800
7 Persons	$50,050	$83,400	$133,400
8 Persons	$53,300	$88,800	$142,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Orange County, CA is: $2200 (Studio), $2344 (1BR), $2783 (2BR), $3769 (3BR), $4467 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana has a total of 3257 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Orange County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $40,350, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $67,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $107,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7146672200, 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 Santa Ana?+

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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