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Housing Authority of the City of South Gate

8650 California Ave, South Gate, CA, 90280 · ~671 units under management

Fair Market Rent by unit size — South Gate, CA (2026)

Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency.

Who this agency serves

Housing Authority of the City of South Gate served 360 households across 671 units (54% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.7 people, an average annual income of $19,450, and pays an average of $498 per month toward rent.

Households served
360 of 671 units
Avg. household income
$19,450
Avg. rent paid by household
$498
Avg. household size
1.7 people
Households with children
14%
Head of household 62+
69%
Head of household with a disability
56%
Avg. wait to move in
7 months

Unit mix: 67% 1-bedroom, 24% 2-bedroom, 9% 3-bedroom.

Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.

Applying with this agency

Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the City of South Gate directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.

Evaluating this market

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