Affordable Housing in Watsonville, California

Watsonville, California has 20 affordable housing communities in our directory — 2 open now, 3 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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3
Waitlists Open
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Total Communities

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2026 HUD income limits — Santa Cruz 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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Cienega Heights
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Cienega Heights
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
Pippin Orchards Apartments
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Pippin Orchards Apartments
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
Sparrow Terrace
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Sparrow Terrace
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
San Andreas
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
San Andreas
formerly San Andreas Farm Labor Camp
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
Jardines Del Valle
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Stone Creek Apts
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Pacifica Apts
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Minto Place Apts
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Tierra Linda
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Villas Del Paraiso
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Via Del Mar
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Schapiro Knolls
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 30% · 50% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Northgate Apts
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Evergreen Apts
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Vista Montana Apts (watsonville)
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Villa La Posada
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Pajaro Court
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
Tabasa Gardens
Waitlist
FamilyVouchers OK
Tabasa Gardens
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
Lincoln Square
Waitlist
FamilyVouchers OK
Lincoln Square
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County
Waitlist
MixedVouchers OK
Riverside MHP
📍 Watsonville, Santa Cruz County

Frequently asked questions

How many affordable housing options are there in Watsonville?

Our directory tracks 20 affordable housing communities in Watsonville, California — 2 open now and 3 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 Watsonville?

Most units in Watsonville 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 Watsonville accept Section 8 or Housing Choice Vouchers?

20 of the 20 communities in Watsonville indicate they accept Housing Choice Vouchers. Voucher policy can change, so confirm directly with each property.

How do I apply for affordable housing in Watsonville?

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.

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