Affordable Housing in San Mateo County, California

San Mateo County, California has 86 affordable housing communities in our directory — 4 open now, 9 accepting waitlist applications. These are income-restricted rentals (typically 30%–60% of Area Median Income (AMI)), ranging from studio to 4-bedroom homes, from 11 developers and property managers. Listings are kept current from public records and the property managers themselves.

4
Open Now
9
Waitlists Open
3
Coming Soon
86
Total Communities

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2026 HUD income limits — San Mateo County

AMI %1p2p3p4p5p6p
30%$35,350$40,400$45,450$50,500$54,540$58,580
50%$58,940$67,360$75,780$84,200$90,936$97,672
60%$70,728$80,832$90,936$101,040$109,123$117,206
80%$94,325$107,800$121,275$134,750$145,530$156,310
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Sweeney Lane
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Sweeney Lane
📍 Daly City, San Mateo County
Redwood Court
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Redwood Court
📍 Redwood City, San Mateo County
636 El Camino B
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
636 El Camino B
📍 South San Francisco, San Mateo County
Arroyo Green Apartments
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Arroyo Green Apartments
📍 Redwood City, San Mateo County
Alma Point at Foster Square
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Alma Point at Foster Square
📍 Foster City, San Mateo County
Firehouse Square
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Firehouse Square
📍 Belmont, San Mateo County
Sundial
Closed
Special NeedsVouchers OK
Sundial
📍 South San Francisco, San Mateo County
Willow Terrace
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Willow Terrace
📍 Menlo Park, San Mateo County
Colibri Commons
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Colibri Commons
📍 East Palo Alto, San Mateo County
Horizons
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Horizons
📍 Belmont, San Mateo County
Gateway Rising
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Gateway Rising
📍 Menlo Park, San Mateo County
Moonridge I
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Moonridge I
📍 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County
Bay Oaks
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Bay Oaks
formerly Gloria Way Community Housing
📍 East Palo Alto, San Mateo County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Colma Ridge
Closed
Special NeedsVouchers OK
Colma Ridge
📍 Colma, San Mateo County
Willow Court
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Willow Court
📍 Menlo Park, San Mateo County
Delaware Atlantic
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Delaware Atlantic
📍 San Mateo, San Mateo County
City Center Plaza
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
City Center Plaza
formerly Mezes Court
📍 Redwood City, San Mateo County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Willow Greenridge
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Willow Greenridge
formerly Greenridge
📍 South San Francisco, San Mateo County
Serenity Senior Apartments
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Serenity Senior Apartments
📍 East Palo Alto, San Mateo County
Oak Gardens
Closed
Special NeedsVouchers OK
Oak Gardens
📍 Menlo Park, San Mateo County
636 El Camino A
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
636 El Camino A
📍 South San Francisco, San Mateo County
Sequoia Belle Haven
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Sequoia Belle Haven
📍 Menlo Park, San Mateo County
Half Moon Village II
Closed
SeniorVouchers OK
Half Moon Village II
📍 Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County
Mosaic Garden
Closed
Special NeedsVouchers OK
Mosaic Garden
📍 Redwood City, San Mateo County

Frequently asked questions

How many affordable housing options are there in San Mateo County?

Our directory tracks 86 affordable housing communities in San Mateo County, California — 4 open now and 9 with open waitlists. The list is updated continuously from public LIHTC/TCAC records and the property managers.

What income do I need to qualify for affordable housing in San Mateo County?

Most units in San Mateo County are reserved for households earning 30%–60% of Area Median Income (AMI), which varies by household size and county. Use our free eligibility calculator to see exactly which income tiers you qualify for.

Do affordable apartments in San Mateo County accept Section 8 or Housing Choice Vouchers?

86 of the 86 communities in San Mateo County indicate they accept Housing Choice Vouchers. Voucher policy can change, so confirm directly with each property.

How do I apply for affordable housing in San Mateo County?

Browse the listings below, check your eligibility with our calculator, then apply directly with each property. Create a free account to track your applications and get matched to new listings automatically.