City of South San Francisco Housing Authority
South San Francisco, California
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About City of South San Francisco Housing Authority
The City of South San Francisco Housing Authority (PHA Code: CA015) serves South San Francisco in San Mateo County, California. This authority manages approximately 80 assisted housing units, providing essential housing support to its community.
Currently, the Housing Authority is accepting applications for several programs. These include Affordable Housing (Baden Station Apartments) and Other (Magnolia Plaza), alongside various senior-specific affordable housing programs like Affordable Housing (Senior), Affordable Senior Housing, and Senior Affordable Housing. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is also open for applications.
Applicants should note the income limits; for example, a very low-income family of four in the San Francisco, CA HUD Metro FMR Area has an income limit of $96,700 per year.
Affordable Housing (Baden Station Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
A 36-unit community with 18 units reserved for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Offers supportive services and on-site management.
Affordable Housing (Senior) Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Apr 14, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waitlist is for affordable senior housing at Magnolia Plaza (630 Baden Ave). Housing preferences, if applicable, will affect waitlist order.
Affordable Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Apr 14, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Magnolia Plaza, located in South San Francisco, has an open waitlist for seniors 62+. Applications can be submitted online via the Doorway portal or in-person at the Magnolia Plaza office.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Moving To Work tenant-based wait list is continuously open; applicants can register on the Rent Café PHA portal.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Apr 14, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Affordable senior housing at Magnolia Plaza. Applicants can apply online via the Doorway posting or pick up and return paper applications to the Magnolia Plaza office (630 Baden Ave.) in-person from 1-4 pm daily. Housing preferences, if applicable, affect waitlist order.
Other (Magnolia Plaza) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Magnolia Plaza, a property in South San Francisco, is currently open. Eligible applicants are placed on a waitlist and contacted by the property manager when vacancies become available, with housing preferences affecting the waitlist order.
Senior Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Closing Date
Apr 14, 2026
How to Apply
Online or In-person
Additional Notes
Waitlist for Magnolia Plaza senior apartments. Application online via its Doorway posting or paper applications available and returned to the Magnolia Plaza office (630 Baden Ave.). Preferences, if applicable, will affect waitlist order.
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.
Applications are no longer being accepted for Baden Station, a 36-unit community with 18 units set aside for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Applications are no longer being accepted for Baden Station, a 36-unit community with 18 units set aside for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities.
The waitlist for Rotary Plaza, a new senior affordable housing project in South San Francisco, is now closed.
Rotary Plaza is a new, senior, affordable housing project in South San Francisco.
The waitlist for Rotary Plaza, a senior housing project, is currently closed; inquiries about future opportunities can be made by phone.
The Housing Authority of the City and County of San Francisco (“Authority”) accepted online applications for the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) waitlists between May 7, 2025 - May 21, 2025. Within 30 days of the waitlist application closing, the Authority will use a lottery to randomly dra...
The waitlist for this senior affordable housing project is currently closed.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of South San Francisco Housing Authority 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 City of South San Francisco Housing Authority
Check Current Status
City of South San Francisco Housing Authority currently has 7 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing (Baden Station Apartments), Affordable Housing (Senior), Affordable Senior Housing, HCV, Other, Other (Magnolia Plaza), Senior Affordable Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of South San Francisco 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 $96,700/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
Apply directly through the official City of South San Francisco Housing Authority 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 City of South San Francisco Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of South San Francisco Housing Authority manages approximately 80 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in South San Francisco. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority
Affordable Housing (Baden Station Apartments) open
The Affordable Housing (Baden Station Apartments) program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Senior) open
The Affordable Housing (Senior) program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 14, 2026.
Affordable Senior Housing open
The Affordable Senior Housing program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 14, 2026.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 14, 2026.
Other (Magnolia Plaza) open
The Other (Magnolia Plaza) program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Affordable Housing open
The Senior Affordable Housing program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on April 14, 2026.
Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Baden Station) closed
The Affordable Housing (Baden Station) program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Senior Housing) closed
The Other (Senior Housing) program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in South San Francisco. 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 City of South San Francisco Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. City of South San Francisco Housing Authority manages approximately 80 Public Housing units in South San Francisco. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in South San Francisco maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Affordable Housing (Rotary Plaza) closed
The Senior Affordable Housing (Rotary Plaza) program at City of South San Francisco Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in South San Francisco. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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City of South San Francisco Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of South San Francisco Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Francisco, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $96,700. 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 | $40,600 | $67,700 | $108,300 |
| 2 Persons | $46,400 | $77,400 | $123,800 |
| 3 Persons | $52,200 | $87,050 | $139,250 |
| 4 Persons | $58,000 | $96,700 | $154,700 |
| 5 Persons | $62,650 | $104,450 | $167,100 |
| 6 Persons | $67,300 | $112,200 | $179,500 |
| 7 Persons | $71,950 | $119,950 | $191,850 |
| 8 Persons | $76,600 | $127,650 | $204,250 |
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 South San Francisco Housing Authority — including across state lines.