City of Sacramento Housing Authority
Sacramento, California
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About City of Sacramento Housing Authority
City of Sacramento Housing Authority (HUD agency code CA005) is the public housing agency serving Sacramento, Sacramento County, California. It administers 1,257 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 8 waiting lists at this agency, covering Mainstream, Mod Rehab, Other, PBV, Public Housing, SRO, HCV, RAD. As of Mar 26, 2026, 6 are open and 1 is closed. Status is unconfirmed for 1 further list.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $64,300 per year, and as Low Income at or below $102,900 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 30 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 24, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Referral Only
Additional Notes
The Housing Choice Voucher - FYI Referral is open for referral only for eligible individuals aged 18-24 who are leaving or have left foster care and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 12, 2022
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for Single Room Occupancy units and is open until further notice. General SHRA preferences apply, including homeless, rent burdened, veteran, disabled, or living/working in Sacramento County.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 12, 2022
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Affordable Housing Waiting List Moderate Rehab Program Single Room Occupancy (SRO) is open with preferences for homeless or rent burdened, veteran, disabled, or living/working in Sacramento County.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Phoenix Park Project-Based Voucher waiting list is open for 4-bedroom units, with preferences for location.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications for public housing are being accepted for selected sites and bedroom sizes. The availability of specific sites and bedroom sizes is subject to periodic changes based on demand. Eligible applicants are placed on a waiting list and will be contacted when a housing unit for which they are eligible becomes available. Preference points are based on factors such as residency in Sacramento County, disability, rent burden, veteran status, and homelessness. The program is limited to US citizens and specified categories of non-citizens who have eligible immigration status.
Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Affordable Housing Waiting List for Moderate Rehab Program Single Room Occupancy (SRO) opened on January 12, 2022, and is currently open 'until further notice'.
Other Programs
2 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.
Open for referral only for individuals aged 18-24, leaving foster care within 90 days, and who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
No explicit waiting list information found for the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program, which converts existing public housing units.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of Sacramento Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 City of Sacramento Housing Authority
Check Current Status
City of Sacramento Housing Authority currently has 6 open waiting lists (Mainstream Voucher, Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab), Other Programs, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, Single Room Occupancy (SRO)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of Sacramento Housing Authority, 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 $64,300/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 City of Sacramento Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Sacramento Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Sacramento Housing Authority manages approximately 1,257 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sacramento. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Sacramento Housing Authority
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at City of Sacramento Housing Authority 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.
Mod Rehab Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) open
The Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) program at City of Sacramento Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sacramento. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at City of Sacramento Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sacramento. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Sacramento Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sacramento. 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 open
Public Housing units at City of Sacramento Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. City of Sacramento Housing Authority manages approximately 1,257 Public Housing units in Sacramento. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
SRO Single Room Occupancy (SRO) open
The Single Room Occupancy (SRO) program at City of Sacramento Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Sacramento. 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 City of Sacramento Housing Authority 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 Sacramento. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of Sacramento Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Sacramento maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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What are the income limits for City of Sacramento Housing Authority?
City of Sacramento Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Sacramento Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $64,300. 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 | $27,050 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 2 Persons | $30,900 | $51,450 | $82,350 |
| 3 Persons | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 4 Persons | $38,600 | $64,300 | $102,900 |
| 5 Persons | $41,700 | $69,450 | $111,150 |
| 6 Persons | $44,800 | $74,600 | $119,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $79,750 | $127,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $84,900 | $135,850 |
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 City of Sacramento Housing Authority — including across state lines.