8004 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90621
Waiting List Forecast: Likely Short or None
Verified for 2023 by Colleen Carter, Ric Gresia| Rent | Beds | Baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call for Rents† | 1 - 3 Beds | 1 Bath | 687 - 1,102 Sq Ft |
Since this property is a LIHTC property that might not have a project based rental assistance contract, it is likely that it either has no waiting list or the waiting list is shorter than properties with rental assistance. 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.
Clark Commons is an affordable housing apartment community that’s part of a 10-acre master development created with City Ventures and the City of Buena Park in Orange County. The Parker Collection, market-rate townhomes by City Ventures, and Clark Commons by Jamboree are the first two housing communities to be built on the 10-acre site that was originally purchased by the City for its revitalization initiative before the demise of the city’s Redevelopment Agency in early 2012.
The City’s renewal program transformed a previously blighted site that included a non-conforming retail center, the City’s public works maintenance yard, auto repair facility and a commercial/industrial development into a residential development that seamlessly integrates into the community.
Each home is equipped with ENERGY STAR kitchen appliances, water-saving plumbing and lighting fixtures that will lower energy consumption, providing a cost-saving benefit that promotes the health of residents.
Common area amenities, including Santa Maria BBQ and Majestic Coffee and Tea, are conveniently located throughout the property to allow neighbors access to these features. Coordinating services with local community partners, such as the elementary school located across the street, will allow Jamboree's Community Impact Group to expand services beyond its residents and into the entire neighborhood. Activities such as homework assistance and tutoring for young people, plus health and wellness programs are provided. An onsite program coordinator is available to assist residents in accessing local community services.
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. No subsidies are provided directly to the residents, but the owner must set rents affordable to low-income renters in the area. Our data suggests Clark Commons does not participate in any project-based rent subsidy program. This means you must earn enough to pay the full rent or have your own Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher. For that reason, LIHTC properties tend to have shorter waiting lists or even none at all. LIHTC properties nationwide are required to accept housing vouchers. LIHTC properties were first built in the late 1980's. Because they tend to be newer, 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 have a housing voucher or enough income to pay rent, are looking for a high quality property, or need immediate availability. Since this property participates in the LIHTC program, the property is required to accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. As a LIHTC property that chose the 40/60 election, this property has agreed to set aside at least 40% of its units for families and individuals earning 60% of Area Median Income (AMI). Many properties have actually set aside more units than required by law, and in many cases all of the units at these properties are affordable to renters with lower incomes. Since this property participates in the LIHTC program, the property is required to accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
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| Unit (Bd/Ba) | Ft2 | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| One Bedroom (1/1) | 687ft2 | Call for Price† |
| Two Bedroom (2/1) | 880ft2 | Call for Price† |
| Three Bedroom (3/1) | 1102ft2 | Call for Price† |
| AMI* | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50% AMI for LIHTC Units | $50,250 / year | $57,400 / year | $64,600 / year | $71,750 / year | $77,500 / year | $83,250 / year |
| 50% AMI for PBRA Units | $50,250 / year | $57,400 / year | $64,600 / year | $71,750 / year | $77,500 / year | $83,250 / year |
| 60% AMI for LIHTC Units | $60,300 / year | $68,880 / year | $77,520 / year | $86,100 / year | $93,000 / year | $99,900 / year |
*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.
Does Clark Commons have a waiting list?
Clark Commons probably doesn't have a waiting list, and, if it does, the wait times are most likely short. We haven't confirmed if this is the case, so you should contact the property to confirm.
Are rents subsidized at Clark Commons?
We believe rents are most likely NOT subsidized at any of the units at this property since our research has not discovered any public housing or rental assistance contracts associated with this property. This means you will most likely have to pay the full rent no matter your income. Note: In some rare instances, some properties may have a small number of units subsidized through state or private programs.
What property management company manges Clark Commons?
Clark Commons is managed by EPMI headquartered in Oakland, California.
In addition to Clark Commons, how many other affordable housing properties (and units) are there in Buena Park?
In addition to Clark Commons, we list 7 other affordable properties in Buena Park. Learn about these properties here. Our data research shows that there are a total of 605 affordable units in Buena Park.
When was the Clark Commons listing last updated?
Clark Commons listing on Affordable Housing Online was last updated on 01/01/2023 by Affordable Housing Online research staff. Remember, a property's status can change so you should contact the property to confirm.
Affordable housing is for both families and individuals.
There is no requirement to have family members or children to live in affordable housing. Single persons are eligible for housing.Josie Shivers says:
"Affordable Housing Online is a very helpful website. I was able to put it in a Section 8 application, and received a letter that I was chosen to be on a waiting list!"