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City of Sacramento Housing Authority
Sacramento, California
Last Updated
14 hours ago
About City of Sacramento Housing Authority
The City of Sacramento Housing Authority (PHA Code: CA005) is located in Sacramento, Sacramento County, California. This authority manages approximately 1,257 assisted housing units through its various programs.
Currently, the City of Sacramento Housing Authority is accepting applications for several housing programs. These include Affordable Housing (Moderate Rehab Program SRO), Moderate Rehab Program Single Room Occupancy (SRO), Other, Other (SRO), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing.
Applicants should be aware of income limits. For a family of four applying for Very Low Income housing in the Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area, the annual income limit is $64,300 or less.
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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
How to Apply
Referral Only
Additional Notes
The Housing Choice Voucher FYI Referral program is open for referral only for individuals aged 18-24 who left or will leave foster care within 90 days, and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
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. Preference points are based on factors such as residency in Sacramento County, disability, rent burden, veteran status, and homelessness.
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
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.
Open for referral only for individuals aged 18-24, leaving foster care within 90 days, and who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
The Project-Based Voucher waiting lists are currently closed, with various lists closing between January 4, 2022, and December 10, 2025; preferences include residency/work in Sacramento County, disability, rent burden, veteran status, or homelessness.
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 RAD program converts existing public housing units; no separate waiting list information was found.
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 4 open waiting lists (Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab), Other Programs, 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
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.
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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.