Voucher-Friendly Housing in Los Angeles

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HACLA

Section 8 waitlist: Closed

Public housing: Open

Last opened Oct 17, 2022 – Oct 30, 2022

No opening announced.

Verified Nov 2, 2026 · We check this page weekly.

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Voucher Housing in Nearby Zip Codes

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248 subsidized & affordable buildings

These buildings have federal rent subsidies attached to the unit — you apply to the building directly and pay about 30% of your income. Most keep their own waiting list, separate from the housing authority's voucher list.

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About Section 8 in Los Angeles

HACLA is one of the largest public housing authorities in the nation, serving the city of Los Angeles. It operates traditional developments — such as Nickerson Gardens, Pueblo del Rio, and Ramona Gardens — along with the Housing Choice Voucher program. Rent in HACLA public housing is income-based, set at roughly 30% of adjusted household income.

Waitlist Overview

HACLA maintains waitlists for public housing and the Housing Choice Voucher program. Waitlists open and close periodically depending on availability and funding, and openings are often filled by lottery. Applicants can list development preferences and are contacted as units become available. Check current waitlist status directly with HACLA before applying.

Source of Income Protections

California protects renters from source-of-income discrimination statewide. Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (as amended by SB 329), landlords generally may not refuse to rent to you simply because you would pay with a Housing Choice Voucher. If a landlord rejects your voucher, you may have a right to file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department.

How to Apply in Los Angeles

Apply through the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) at hacla.org when waitlists are open. Rent is based on income (about 30% of adjusted household income); eligibility is generally limited to households at or below local income limits. Call HACLA at (213) 252-2500 for current waitlist information.

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