Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo
The Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo (HASLO) serves San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California. This authority manages approximately 2,766 assisted housing units, encompassing 2,766 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, HASLO has several programs open for application. These include Affordable Apartments (such as Meadow Creek Apartments and various Rents Restricted options), HASLO Managed Affordable Housing, and various Non-Subsidized, Unsubsidized, and Income/Rents Restricted Affordable Housing programs. Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) and other general affordable housing programs are also open. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs are presently closed to new applicants.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $69,500 per year within the San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA MSA area. Prospective applicants should consult the authority for specific eligibility criteria and detailed program information.
Affordable Apartments (Meadow Creek Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Now accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. These units are not subsidized. Applicants are required to have a household income that does not exceed 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Apartments (Rents Restricted) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Currently available units include: Atascadero Senior Housing (1-bedroom, 55+), Carmel Street Apartments (two 1-bedroom, 55+), Del Rio Terrace (three 1-bedroom, 55+), Margarita Apartments (2-bedroom), Macadero Gardens (2- and 3-bedroom). Applicants must show they have enough income to pay the below-market rents.
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing (HASLO Managed) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. These units are not subsidized. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing (Meadow Creek Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. These units are not subsidized. Applicants are required to have a household income that does not exceed 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing (Non-Subsidized) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. These units are not subsidized. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing (Non-subsidized) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. These units are not subsidized. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing (Rents Restricted) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Atascadero Senior Housing has a 1-bedroom unit available (applicants 55+). Carmel Street Apartments has two 1-bedroom units available (applicants 55+). Del Rio Terrace has three 1-bedroom units available (applicants 55+). Margarita Apartments has a 2-bedroom unit available. Macadero Gardens has 2- and 3-bedroom units available.
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing (Unsubsidized) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. These units are not subsidized. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing - Income Restricted Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. Applicants are required to have a household income that does not exceed 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgAffordable Housing - Rents Restricted Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Atascadero Senior Housing has a 1-bedroom unit available (applicants 55+). Carmel Street Apartments has two 1-bedroom units available (applicants 55+). Del Rio Terrace has three 1-bedroom units available (applicants 55+). Margarita Apartments has a 2-bedroom unit available. Macadero Gardens has 2- and 3-bedroom units available.
View original notice — haslo.orgOther Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waitlist for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom unsubsidized units at Meadow Creek Apartments in San Luis Obispo is currently accepting applications. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Luis Obispo County.
Other Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. These units are not subsidized. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgOther: Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
HASLO is accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units at Meadow Creek Apartments. These units are not subsidized. Applicants must have a household income not exceeding 50% or 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
View original notice — haslo.orgProject-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Continuously accepting paper applications for 2-bedroom PBV units at Willow Walk Senior Apartments (applicants must be 62+). Continuously accepting paper applications for 4-bedroom PBV units at SLO Villages, Madonna Road Apartments, & Oak Park 1&2 (occupancy standards apply). Preferences available for SLO County residents, veterans, and households earning less than 30% AMI for both 2-bedroom and 4-bedroom units.
View original notice — haslo.orgRents Restricted Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Atascadero Senior Housing has a 1-bedroom unit available (applicants 55+). Carmel Street Apartments has two 1-bedroom units available (applicants 55+). Del Rio Terrace has three 1-bedroom units available (applicants 55+). Margarita Apartments has a 2-bedroom unit available. Macadero Gardens has 2- and 3-bedroom units available.
View original notice — haslo.orgOther Programs
4 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 Housing Choice Voucher program (Section 8) is currently closed. It is expected to open again when funding becomes available. Applicants who were not chosen in the previous lottery must reapply when the interest list opens again.
Eligibility typically includes factors such as income, family size, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo currently has 15 open waiting lists (Affordable Apartments (Meadow Creek Apartments), Affordable Apartments (Rents Restricted), Affordable Housing (HASLO Managed), Affordable Housing (Meadow Creek Apartments), Affordable Housing (Non-Subsidized), Affordable Housing (Non-subsidized), Affordable Housing (Rents Restricted), Affordable Housing (Unsubsidized), Affordable Housing - Income Restricted, Affordable Housing - Rents Restricted, Other, Other Affordable Housing, Other: Affordable Housing, PBV, Rents Restricted Affordable Housing). 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 San Luis Obispo, 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 $69,500/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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo manages approximately 2,766 assisted housing units (2,766 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in San Luis Obispo. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo
Affordable Apartments (Meadow Creek Apartments) open
The Affordable Apartments (Meadow Creek Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Apartments (Rents Restricted) open
The Affordable Apartments (Rents Restricted) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (HASLO Managed) open
The Affordable Housing (HASLO Managed) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Meadow Creek Apartments) open
The Affordable Housing (Meadow Creek Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Non-Subsidized) open
The Affordable Housing (Non-Subsidized) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Non-subsidized) open
The Affordable Housing (Non-subsidized) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Rents Restricted) open
The Affordable Housing (Rents Restricted) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Unsubsidized) open
The Affordable Housing (Unsubsidized) program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing - Income Restricted open
The Affordable Housing - Income Restricted program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing - Rents Restricted open
The Affordable Housing - Rents Restricted program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Affordable Housing open
The Other Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other: Affordable Housing open
The Other: Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in San Luis Obispo. 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.
Rents Restricted Affordable Housing open
The Rents Restricted Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in San Luis Obispo. 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo. This program serves approximately 2,766 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in San Luis Obispo maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo?
Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $69,500. 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 | $29,200 | $48,650 | $77,950 |
| 2 Persons | $33,400 | $55,600 | $89,050 |
| 3 Persons | $37,550 | $62,550 | $100,200 |
| 4 Persons | $41,700 | $69,500 | $111,300 |
| 5 Persons | $45,050 | $75,050 | $120,250 |
| 6 Persons | $48,400 | $80,650 | $129,150 |
| 7 Persons | $51,750 | $86,200 | $138,050 |
| 8 Persons | $55,050 | $91,750 | $146,950 |
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 San Luis Obispo — including across state lines.