Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard
Oxnard, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard
Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard (HUD agency code CA031) is the public housing agency serving Oxnard, Ventura County, California. It administers 523 public housing units and 1,904 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 10 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, Other, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing. As of Mar 18, 2026, 5 are open and 5 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $74,850 per year, and as Low Income at or below $119,750 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 11 status changes at this agency, most recently on Aug 18, 2026.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Affordable Housing (Central Terrace) waiting list is currently open. Applicants must live or work in Oxnard, be a legal U.S. resident, and pass a criminal background check. Priority is given to families, individuals 62 years or older, and disabled/handicapped individuals.
Central Terrace
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Many Mansions is accepting applications for 1-bedroom units at Central Terrace Apartments; household size should not exceed 3 members, and income limits apply (30%, 50%, 60% AMI). An email address is required to apply online.
Central Terrace Apartments
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Phone
Additional Notes
Accepting applications for 1-bedroom units at Central Terrace Apartments, household size should not exceed 3 members. Income limits apply (30%, 50%, 60% AMI). An email address is required to submit the online application.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The 'Other - Many Mansions Oxnard (51 units)' waiting list is currently open. Applicants must live or work in Oxnard, be a legal U.S. resident, and pass a criminal background check. Priority is given to families, individuals 62 years or older, and disabled/handicapped individuals.
Many Mansions Oxnard (51 units)
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
51 general affordable housing apartments are available; contact their Housing Central Office at 805-496-4948, ext. 125, or HC@manymansions.org for assistance.
Other Programs
5 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.
Pre-applications were accepted via email, fax, mail, or in-person. Local preference was given to households that live and work (or had been offered employment) in the City of Oxnard, and 43 units were set aside for agricultural worker households.
The General Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Preferences were listed on the application, and selected applicants were placed by date, time, and preferences. When open, applications are accepted for a short window, sometimes a few days, and a random lottery may be run.
This waitlist was for Mainstream Project Based Vouchers for Casa Aliento Apartments, targeting senior and disabled individuals. Eligibility required meeting the 30% area median income limit and the definition of 'homeless', with applicants being disabled and non-elderly (18-62 years of age).
This waiting list was for 2 and 3-bedroom units, requiring at least one household member to have Veteran status.
The Public Housing waiting list for 4 and 5 bedroom apartments is closed. Preferences were listed on the application, and selected applicants were placed by date, time, and preferences. Declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Oxnard
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard currently has 5 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard, 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 $74,850/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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard manages approximately 2,427 assisted housing units (1,904 Section 8, 523 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Oxnard. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Oxnard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Oxnard. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard 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 Oxnard. This program serves approximately 1,904 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Oxnard. 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 Oxnard 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 Oxnard manages approximately 523 Public Housing units in Oxnard. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $74,850. 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 | $31,450 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 2 Persons | $35,950 | $59,900 | $95,800 |
| 3 Persons | $40,450 | $67,400 | $107,800 |
| 4 Persons | $44,900 | $74,850 | $119,750 |
| 5 Persons | $48,500 | $80,850 | $129,350 |
| 6 Persons | $52,100 | $86,850 | $138,950 |
| 7 Persons | $55,700 | $92,850 | $148,500 |
| 8 Persons | $59,300 | $98,850 | $158,100 |
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 Oxnard — including across state lines.