Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
Carlsbad, California
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About Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services (PHA Code: CA077), located in Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, manages local housing assistance programs. The agency administers approximately 756 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers to assist eligible households.
Currently, all waiting lists for programs offered by Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services are closed. This includes the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and previous Affordable Housing Resale programs. Information regarding potential Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) or Public Housing programs is not available.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA area is $82,700 per year, which serves as an example of income eligibility criteria should any waiting lists reopen. Applicants are advised to regularly check for updates on future list openings.
Other Programs
7 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.
This program is closed until the current list of applicants is exhausted; it aims to help qualifying low-income households buy affordable condominiums. Eligibility includes income limits, San Diego County residency, and not having purchased a city-administered affordable home in the past seven years.
The City of Carlsbad's Affordable Housing Resale Program is closed until the current list of applicants has been exhausted.
The Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is currently closed, with an estimated wait time of approximately 15 years from application to assistance.
The Affordable Housing Resale Program is closed until the current list of applicants has been exhausted.
The Affordable Housing Resale Program is closed until the current list of applicants has been exhausted.
No specific information found regarding a Project-Based Voucher waiting list directly administered by Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services (PHA code: CA077).
No specific information found regarding a Public Housing waiting list directly administered by Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services (PHA code: CA077).
Official Application
Contact Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services directly at (442) 339-2810 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services 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 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services, 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 $82,700/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 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services directly at (442) 339-2810 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 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services manages approximately 756 assisted housing units (756 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Carlsbad. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
Affordable Housing Resale closed
The Affordable Housing Resale program at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Carlsbad. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing Resale Program closed
The Affordable Housing Resale Program program at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Carlsbad. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services 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 Carlsbad. This program serves approximately 756 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other closed
The Other program at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Carlsbad. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Carlsbad. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Carlsbad. 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 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. 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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Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,700. 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 | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,700 |
| 2 Persons | $39,700 | $66,150 | $105,950 |
| 3 Persons | $44,650 | $74,450 | $119,200 |
| 4 Persons | $49,600 | $82,700 | $132,400 |
| 5 Persons | $53,600 | $89,350 | $143,000 |
| 6 Persons | $57,550 | $95,950 | $153,600 |
| 7 Persons | $61,550 | $102,550 | $164,200 |
| 8 Persons | $65,500 | $109,200 | $174,800 |
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 Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services — including across state lines.