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About Bakersfield

Located at the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley, Bakersfield stands as a significant hub for energy production and agriculture. Healthcare services and logistics also have a strong presence in this city, presenting many opportunities for upward career mobility. The Golden Empire Transit District provides bus service, getting "Bakers" to and from their jobs.

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Section 8 Housing in Bakersfield, California

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Find 5,429 Section 8 housing units available in Bakersfield, California. Explore safe and affordable housing options that meet your unique needs.

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We offer specific information for military veterans, senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, and others searching for low-income housing in Bakersfield, California. Keeping up-to-date on Section 8 housing information is essential. Get our newsletter for the latest news related to local housing.

Housing listings on Section8Search include:

  • Section 8 housing in Bakersfield, California for Families
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Learn how to apply for Section 8

Learn how to apply for Section 8, the federal program that provides affordable housing to low-income families.

Tip: Remember to apply for Section 8 housing in your desired city, as well as to all local PHAs, including those in surrounding zip codes where you may want to live.

How to check your Section 8 waitlist status

Learn how to track your status and stay informed about developments in your Section 8 housing search.

Complete your PHA pre-application perfectly

Learn more about filling out your application. Don't miss important details for your Section 8 housing.

Tip: It's important to make sure you qualify for each affordable housing option in your area to increase your chances of receiving a Housing Choice Voucher. Each housing program may have different requirements, which is why it's important to apply to each Housing Authority.

Housing Authorities in Bakersfield, California

Public Housing Authorities (PHA) are organizations that are local to you that manage HUD low income housing for Bakersfield. PHAs in Bakersfield will manage programs like:

  • Housing Choice Vouchers
  • Section 8 housing in Bakersfield, California
  • Public Housing projects
  • Local Housing Projects

TIP: PHAs will determine your eligibility for each housing voucher or housing project based on how you compare to other Section 8 applicants from your area, and from your area's median income. It's important to understand some basic demographic information about the area to know how you compare for your application.

Finding affordable housing in Bakersfield may seem intimidating, but Section 8 Search helps you streamline the process. We can equip and empower you to find reliable low-income housing in this wonderful city.

Notable City Features

Bakersfield residents can find assistance with food, education, medical care, and more through programs and organizations like the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) and the General Assistance program from the Kern County Department of Human Services, making Bakersfield a supportive community of opportunity.

Welcome to Bakersfield

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