Contact Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
- Phone(442) 339-2810
- Fax(760) 720-2037
- Email[email protected]
- Address1200 Carlsbad Village Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008 - CountySan Diego County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeCA077
Section 8 and public housing at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: you rent from a private landlord and the agency pays part of the rent directly to the owner. It does not own public housing units.
Income limits for Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
HUD sets the income limits for San Diego County, CA based on the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $36,750 | $61,250 | $97,950 |
| 2 people | $42,000 | $70,000 | $111,950 |
| 3 people | $47,250 | $78,750 | $125,950 |
| 4 people | $52,450 | $87,450 | $139,900 |
| 5 people | $56,650 | $94,450 | $151,100 |
| 6 people | $60,850 | $101,450 | $162,300 |
Fair Market Rent near Carlsbad
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (442) 339-2810 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for Section 8.
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Carlsbad
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services?
(442) 339-2810. Fax: (760) 720-2037. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services located?
1200 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, in San Diego County.
Does Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 756 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 455 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services?
In San Diego County, CA, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $61,250 for one person and $87,450 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $139,900 for a family of four.
Is the Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (442) 339-2810 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services or HUD.