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About Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park
The Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park (PHA Code: CA120) is located in Baldwin Park, Los Angeles County, California. This authority manages approximately 925 assisted housing units, comprising 913 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 12 Public Housing units.
Currently, the waiting lists for the Housing Authority's programs are not accepting new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing waitlists are closed. While the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlist is also closed at this time, its status has recently been updated to "opening soon." For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area is $75,750 per year. Interested individuals should regularly check official announcements from the authority for information on future openings.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The tenant-based Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list is currently closed; it last opened in 2022, and 5,000 applicants were randomly selected for the waiting list from over 8,000 submissions.
The Project-Based Voucher waiting list last accepted online pre-applications from December 29, 2025, to January 6, 2026, with 1,500 applications selected via a computerized lottery.
McNeill Manor is a 12-unit low-income senior (62 yrs and older) housing development. If an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park directly at (626) 960-4011 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $75,750/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park directly at (626) 960-4011 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park manages approximately 925 assisted housing units (913 Section 8, 12 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Baldwin Park. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Baldwin Park. This program serves approximately 913 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Baldwin Park. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park manages approximately 12 Public Housing units in Baldwin Park. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park?
Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $75,750. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $31,850 | $53,000 | $84,850 |
| 2 Persons | $36,400 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 3 Persons | $40,950 | $68,150 | $109,050 |
| 4 Persons | $45,450 | $75,750 | $121,150 |
| 5 Persons | $49,100 | $81,800 | $130,850 |
| 6 Persons | $52,750 | $87,850 | $140,550 |
| 7 Persons | $56,400 | $93,900 | $150,250 |
| 8 Persons | $60,000 | $100,000 | $159,950 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of the City of Baldwin Park — including across state lines.