About This Property
Placer County Housing Authority operates 399 units of public housing in Auburn, California. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property provides rental assistance through the county's housing authority programs.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing waitlist is currently closed. No current information was found regarding application methods or preferences for this closed waitlist.
Applications are accepted by direct referral for the Family Unification Program (FUP) from the partnering social services agency, Placer County Children's System of Care (CSOC). The program is limited to families at risk of child placement in out-of-home care due to housing issues, or eligible youth (18-24) leaving foster care who are homeless or at risk. The FUP waitlist remains open until PCHA receives a sufficient number of pre-applications.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated November 4, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Placer 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 | $1,543 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,666 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,072 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,884 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,321 |
Income Limits - Placer County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,750
- Low (80%)
- $50,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,250
- Low (80%)
- $58,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,800
- Low (80%)
- $65,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,300
- Low (80%)
- $72,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,950
- Low (80%)
- $78,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,550
- Low (80%)
- $84,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,200
- Low (80%)
- $89,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,800
- Low (80%)
- $95,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,050 | $31,750 | $50,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,800 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 3 Persons | $24,500 | $40,800 | $65,250 |
| 4 Persons | $27,200 | $45,300 | $72,500 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $48,950 | $78,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $52,550 | $84,100 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $56,200 | $89,900 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $59,800 | $95,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Auburn, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Placer County, CA is: $1543 (Studio), $1666 (1BR), $2072 (2BR), $2884 (3BR), $3321 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Placer County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Placer County Housing Authority have?+
Placer County Housing Authority has a total of 399 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Placer County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in Placer County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,200, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $72,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Placer County Housing Authority?+
Placer County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5308897692, 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 Placer County Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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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