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Housing Authority of the City of Oxnard
Oxnard, California
Last Updated
7 hours ago
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.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is for Cypress Place apartments, managed by People's Self-Help Housing. It offers 90 affordable multifamily units for households at or below 80% AMI, including 43 units for agricultural workers (30-60% AMI), with a local preference for those who live and/or work in Oxnard. All pre-applications are added to the waitlist in the order received.
Affordable Housing (Central Terrace) Waitlist
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.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is for Many Mansions Oxnard (Cypress Place), offering 90 affordable multifamily units for households up to 80% AMI, with 43 units for agricultural workers (30-60% AMI). Local preference for households living and working in the City of Oxnard. Pre-applications are added to the waitlist in order received.
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 given to families, individuals 62 years or older, and disabled/handicapped individuals. Applicants must work or live in the City of Oxnard. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time received, weighed by preferences.
This waitlist was for Casa Aliento Apartments. Eligibility was limited to individuals and families meeting 30% area median income and defined as 'homeless' under Section 103 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
The Central Terrace Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list is closed.
This specific waiting list was for 4 and 5 bedroom apartments. Preferences were listed on the application, and selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time of application receipt, 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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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 4 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Central Terrace), 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 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 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.
Affordable Housing (Central Terrace) open
The Affordable Housing (Central Terrace) 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.