Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard
Oxnard, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard
The Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard, located in Oxnard, Ventura County, California, manages approximately 2,427 assisted housing units. This includes 1,904 Housing Choice Vouchers and 523 Public Housing units.
Currently, the authority has open waitlists for its "Other" programs and "Other - Many Mansions Oxnard," which offers 51 units. Programs such as Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, PBV, and Affordable Housing (Cypress Place) are presently closed to new applications.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA MSA area is $74,850 per year. Applicants should verify current income requirements and program availability before applying.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Many Mansions is accepting applications for Central Terrace Apartments, which has 87 one-bedroom units with a maximum household size of 3 members. Eligibility is limited to individuals and families who meet the 30% area median income limit and the definition of 'homeless' under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. An email address is required to apply online.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Many Mansions is currently accepting applications for 51 general affordable 1-bedroom apartments at Central Terrace, suitable for a maximum of 3 people per household, with specific income requirements.
Other - Many Mansions Oxnard (51 units) Waitlist
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.
Priority is given to families, individuals 62 years of age or older, and disabled/handicapped individuals, who must work or live in the City of Oxnard. Applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time received, weighed by preferences.
The Mainstream Project Based Voucher waiting list for Casa Aliento Apartments, assisting senior and disabled rental housing, last accepted applications from February 19, 2024, until March 7, 2024.
The Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for 2 and 3-bedroom apartments at Ormond Beach Villas last accepted applications from September 20, 2023, until October 5, 2023, requiring at least one household member to have Veteran status.
The waiting list for 4 and 5 bedroom apartments last accepted applications from January 15, 2019, with preferences listed on the application; selected applicants were placed by date and time received, weighed by preferences.
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 3 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other, Other - Many Mansions Oxnard (51 units)). 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 anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
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 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 open
The Other 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 - Many Mansions Oxnard (51 units) open
The Other - Many Mansions Oxnard (51 units) 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.
Affordable Housing (Cypress Place) closed
The Affordable Housing (Cypress Place) 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 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) 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 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.