Do You Qualify to Live in an Affordable Apartment?To qualify to live in an affordable apartment complex your household income must be less than any one of the three income levels at the left (either 35%, 45%, or 60% of the median income level). Your rent will be equal to the amount corresponding to the number of bedrooms you choose in the income level that you fit into. For example, a family of four earning less than $35,235 (45% of the median income) would qualify for a 3-bedroom apartment with a monthly rent of approximately $881, or a 2-bedroom apartment with a monthly rent of $793. Do the rents ever change?Yes. Although, the rents listed in the chart at left are fixed once you move in, they will be adjusted upward each year as the cost of living increases. Normally however, rents do not go down in the event that your income should drop. You are still required to pay the rent each month even if your income should drop. How do I know which apartment complex to apply to?First, match your household income and family size with either the 35%, 45%, or 60% income level. Then choose which size unit your family needs, or can afford. Then review the list of affordable apartment complexes to see which property matches your requirements. Contact the property manager directly for additional information. What if I'm a student?Full-time students are generally not eligible to live in City-subsidized housing due to federal and state laws; however, students are encouraged to check classified ads and/or to use one of the many apartment search engines to locate an available apartment or check the following links for "off-campus" housing:
CSUF Housing Resources
Fullerton College Housing Resources 2007 Rates and IncomesCurrent Income Guides
Based on HUD Guidlines published March, 2007 |
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| Family Size | Very Low
(30% of Median) | Low
(50% of Median) | Moderate
(80% of Median) |
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| 1 | $19,550 | $32,550 | $52,100 | | 2 | $22,300 | $37,200 | $59,500 | | 3 | $25,100 | $41,850 | $66,950 | | 4 | $27,900 | $46,500 | $74,400 | 5 | $30,150 | $50,200 | $80,350 | | 6 | $32,250 | $53,950 | $86,300 | | 7 | $34,600 | $57,650 | $92,250 | | 8 | $36,850 | $61,400 | $98,200 |
![[map of affordable housing locations in fullerton]](/images/Departments/REcDev/affordablelocations.jpg)
CITY OF FULLERTON
AFFORDABLE HOUSING INFORMATION| NAME | ADDRESS | TYPE OF UNIT | UNITS | PHONE NUMBER | BEDROOM SIZE/ MONTHLY RENT/INCOME LIMIT
(Note: Rent Based on Income & Bedroom Size) | | Allen Hotel Apts. | 410 S. Harbor Blvd. | Family | 16 | (714) 879-5634 | $710 for 50%of Median or below | | Amerige Villa Apts. | 343 W. Amerige | Senior (62+yrs.) | 100 | (714) 879-4790 | 1 Bedroom units; 30% of income; SECTION 8 | | Casa Maria Del Rio | 2130 E. Chapman Ave. | Disabled | 24 | (714) 680-8815 | 1-2 Bedrooms; $407 - $768; 50% of median income or below; Section 8 | | Courtyard Apts. | 4119-4127 W. Valencia | Family | 108 | (714) 992-0905 | 2-4 Bedroom Units; $678 - $1,532; 60% of median or below | | Franklin Garden Apartment Homes | 3810 - 3850 Franklin | Family | 11 | (714) 447-8776 | 2-3 Bedroom; $713 - $1,108; 50% of median or below | | E. Fullerton Villas | 2120-2190 E. Chapman | Family | 27 | (714) 578-0400 | 2-4 Bedrooms; $556 - $915; 50% of median or below | | Fullerton City Lights (SRO) | 224-228 E. Commonwealth | Single | 137 | (714) 525-4751 | All Studios; $403-$807 Includes Utilities & Furnishings); 30% -60% of median; Section 8 | | CCBHC Garnet Housing ‘A” | 3012-3024 Garnet Ln; and 1512-1518 Placentia | Family | 18 | (714) 835-0406 | 2 Bedroom units; $630 - $745; 50% of median or below | Garnet Lane Apts. “B”
(La Habra Neighborhood) | 3125-3149 Garnet | Family | 18 | (714) 524-6671 | 2-3 Bedrooms; $1,095-$1,217; 60% of median or below | | Harbor View Terrace Apts. | 2305 N. Harbor Blvd. | Disabled | 25 | (714) 212-2579 | 1-2 Bedrooms; $498-$736; 30% of median or below | | Klimpel Manor Apts. | 229 E. Amerige | Senior (62 yrs) | 59 | (714) 680-6300 | 1 Bedroom units; $498 - $649; 45% of median or below | | Las Palmas Apts. | 2598 N. Associated | Family | 52 | (714) 870-4567 | 1-2 Bedrooms/ $785-$1,020/ 50%- 80% of Median or below | | North Hills Apts. | 570 E. Imperial Hwy. | Family | 204 | (714) 870-1911 | 2 Bedroom Units; $975 per month; Minimum Income: $1,500 per month; 100% CTCAC | | Palm Garden Apts. | 400 W. Orangethorpe | 83 - 1 bdrm ; 140 - 2 bdrm | 314 | (714) 526-1080 | 1-2 Bedrooms; $1,005 - $1,178; 60% of median or below | | Richman Park Apt. I (CCBHC) | 436-442 W. Valencia Dr. | Family | 8 | (714) 835-0406 | 2 Bedroom Units @$800 per month; 50% of median or below | | Richman Park Apt. II (CCBHC) | 461 West Ave. | Family | 4 | (714) 835-0406 | 2 Bedroom Units @$850 per month; 50% of median or below | | Truslow Village | 220 W. Truslow | Family | 1 | (714) 738-5895 | 2 Bedroom Units; 30% - 50% of median income |
The City of Fullerton and the Fullerton Redevelopment Agency provide assistance from time to time to private developers so that they create apartments with rents affordable to income-qualified working individuals and families, senior citizens, students, and people with disabilities or special needs. This assistance has resulted in approximately 450 units of newly constructed, remodeled, and/or converted affordable units. What is "Affordable"?The definition of "affordable" is based on a formula that requires that enough income, after paying rent, be left over for other necessities like food, clothing, health care, transportation, and education. Generally, "affordable" means not paying more than 30% of a household's income on rent. Does "Affordable" mean lower quality?The City's goal is to meet or exceed traditional construction quality standards, by requiring that developers use the most durable materials to insure that the properties remain in good condition for 55 years or longer. Who manages the Affordable Housing?All of these affordable apartments are "privately-owned" and managed by proven professionals. The role of the City and Redevelopment Agency is similar to a mortgage lender. However, the City/Agency has the authority to require that the property be maintained in "first class" condition for 55 years or longer. If you have any questions or require additional information, contact Linda Morad at the City of Fullerton, at (714) 738-6878, or send a fax to (714) 738-3110 or email LindaM@ci.fullerton.ca.us. County-wide information can be found at the website of the County of Orange Housing and Community Development Department. |
