Studio Section 8 apartments in Montclair, Oakland
A Section 8 voucher will cover up to $2,160/mo for a studio unit in ZIP 94611 — the current Small-Area FMR for the Montclair area.
Voucher discrimination is illegal here
California law (SB 329, effective January 2020) makes it illegal statewide for a landlord to refuse an applicant because they pay rent with a Section 8 or other housing voucher. Source of income is a protected class under the Fair Employment and Housing Act.
Section 8 payment standards — ZIP 94611
Small-Area FMR · 2026| Bedrooms | Payment standard / mo |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,160 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,400 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,750 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,440 |
Payment standards published by HUD. Small-Area FMRs vary by ZIP code — this is the exact ceiling a Housing Choice Voucher will cover for a unit in this ZIP.
Governing PHA
Oakland Housing Authority
HUD PHA code CA003 · 14,426 HCV vouchers
Waitlist status changes frequently — call the PHA directly to confirm before applying.
- Address
- 1619 Harrison St , Oakland , CA
- Phone
- 5108741500
Housing Authority of the County Contra Costa
HUD PHA code CA011 · 9,811 HCV vouchers
Waitlist status changes frequently — call the PHA directly to confirm before applying.
- Address
- 3133 Estudillo St , Martinez , CA
- Phone
- 9259578001