1801 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Waiting List Forecast: Likely Long or Closed for Rent Assisted units, and Likely Short or None for other affordable units
Verified for 2023 by Lorena Bentley, Colleen Carter| Rent | Beds | Baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call for Rents† | 1 - 2 Beds | 1 Bath | 625 - 800 Sq Ft |
Since this property is a LIHTC property that may have rental assistance for some or all units, there might be seperate or split waiting lists for rental assistance and non-rental assistance units. In this case, the rental assistance waiting list can be much longer than properties without rental assistance. The non-rental assistance units waiting list is likely much shorter or it may not have a waiting list at all. You should contact the property to verify.
Note: Affordable Housing Online has not confirmed the waiting list status directly with the property. This waiting list status forecast is based on our housing experts' knowledge of similar properties. You should always confirm this status directly with the property.
Sierra Gardens Apartments offer 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom floor plans. Each unit comes cable & internet ready and features Energy Star Appliances, deluxe countertops & cabinetry, programmable thermostats, spacious closets, and vertical blinds. Select units feature a pantry/walk-in pantry, walk-in closets, and bathroom grab bars. Property amenities include a community room with kitchen, computer room, on-site laundry room, on-site maintenance, after hours call service, and a playground. Sierra Garden Apartments is located in South Lake Tahoe's Y area, allowing residents to be close to nearby shopping, lake, winter sports, and restaurants. The community is also conveniently on Lake Tahoe Transportation's bus line.
This LIHTC property is among the most common types of affordable rental housing in the United States. The LIHTC program only provides subsidies to the building’s owner at construction. The LIHTC program doesn't provide direct subsidies to the residents, but the owner must set rents affordable to low-income renters in the area. This property does participate in the Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance program and your rent would be subsidized and based on your income. You would not pay more than 30% of your income for rent. To qualify, you must earn 50% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI), which you can find on this page’s income chart. LIHTC properties tend to have shorter waiting lists however, since Sierra Gardens Apartments has a project-based subsidy, the waiting list is likely much longer than other local LIHTC properties. LIHTC properties nationwide are required to accept housing vouchers however, since this property has a Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance contract, your Section 8 voucher can not be used here. LIHTC properties were first built in the late 1980's and the LIHTC program funds the renovation of older properties. Because they tend to be newer or renovated, these properties are more likely to have larger units, more amenities, and greater tenant service offerings than other affordable housing programs. This property might be right for you if you need help paying your rent and are willing to wait for a longer waiting list.
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| Unit (Bd/Ba) | Ft2 | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| One Bedroom (1/1) | 625ft2 | Rent is Based On Your Income† |
| Two Bedroom (2/1) | 800ft2 | Rent is Based On Your Income† |
| AMI* | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30% AMI for PBRA Units | $22,550 / year | $25,750 / year | $28,950 / year | $32,150 / year |
| 50% AMI for LIHTC Units | $37,550 / year | $42,900 / year | $48,250 / year | $53,600 / year |
| 50% AMI for PBRA Units | $37,550 / year | $42,900 / year | $48,250 / year | $53,600 / year |
| 60% AMI for LIHTC Units | $45,060 / year | $51,480 / year | $57,900 / year | $64,320 / year |
| 80% AMI for PBRA Units | $60,050 / year | $68,600 / year | $77,200 / year | $85,750 / year |
*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.
Does Sierra Gardens Apartments have a waiting list?
Sierra Gardens Apartments probably has a waiting list. Since our research has shown there is a project-based rental assistance associated with this property, the waiting list would be for the rent-assisted units. We haven't confirmed if this is the case, so you should contact the property to confirm.
Are rents subsidized at Sierra Gardens Apartments?
We believe rents are most likely subsidized at all or some of the units since our research has turned up at least one public housing or rental assistance contract probably associated with this property.
What property management company manges Sierra Gardens Apartments?
Sierra Gardens Apartments is managed by MBS Property Management, Inc. headquartered in West Sacramento, California.
In addition to Sierra Gardens Apartments, how many other affordable housing properties (and units) are there in South Lake Tahoe?
In addition to Sierra Gardens Apartments, we list 10 other affordable properties in South Lake Tahoe. Learn about these properties here. Our data research shows that there are a total of 445 affordable units in South Lake Tahoe.
When was the Sierra Gardens Apartments listing last updated?
Sierra Gardens Apartments listing on Affordable Housing Online was last updated on 08/30/2023 by Lorena Bentley. Remember, a property's status can change so you should contact the property to confirm.
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