Affordable Housing in Santa Monica, California

Santa Monica, California has 29 affordable housing communities in our directory — 2 accepting waitlist applications. These are income-restricted rentals (typically 30%–60% of Area Median Income (AMI)), ranging from studio to 4-bedroom homes, from 3 developers and property managers. Listings are kept current from public records and the property managers themselves.

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2026 HUD income limits — Los Angeles County

AMI %1p2p3p4p5p6p
30%$22,575$25,800$29,025$32,250$34,830$37,410
50%$37,625$43,000$48,375$53,750$58,050$62,350
60%$45,150$51,600$58,050$64,500$69,660$74,820
80%$60,200$68,800$77,400$86,000$92,880$99,760
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Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Step Up on Fifth Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Greenwood/15th Street
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
2020 2030 Cloverfield 2030
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Step Up on Second Street
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call · 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Community of Santa Monica
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Greenwood-17th Street
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Greenwood Berkeley
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
SeniorVouchers OK
Ocean Breeze Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Belmar Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call · 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
SeniorVouchers OK
Fame Santa Monica Senior Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 30% · 50% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
The Tahiti
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
2802 Pico
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 30% · 50% · 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Wavecrest Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
High Place East
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
High Place West
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Step Up on Colorado
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 50% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Virginia Village
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call · 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Garcia Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Second Street Center
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
5th & Wilshire Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
26th & Santa Monica Family Housing
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
1424 Broadway Apts
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Pacific Court
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
2602 Broadway
📍 Santa Monica, Los Angeles County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call

Frequently asked questions

How many affordable housing options are there in Santa Monica?

Our directory tracks 29 affordable housing communities in Santa Monica, California — 0 open now and 2 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 Santa Monica?

Most units in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica accept Section 8 or Housing Choice Vouchers?

29 of the 29 communities in Santa Monica indicate they accept Housing Choice Vouchers. Voucher policy can change, so confirm directly with each property.

How do I apply for affordable housing in Santa Monica?

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.