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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Reseda

Reseda has 21 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 1,374 units across the community. Of the 14 properties with available inspection scores, 9 rated excellent and 5 rated good, with none falling into fair or poor categories. None of the 14 flood-mapped properties carry high flood risk.

21
Properties
1,374
Total units
92/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability

Affordability in Reseda, CA

Reseda is a predominantly renter-heavy community in the San Fernando Valley, where market-rate rents can be a significant burden for lower-income households. The 14 HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties in Reseda, offering 913 total units, provide an important resource for renters who qualify for affordable housing programs.

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🛡️ Safety

Safety

Reseda is patrolled by the Los Angeles Police Department. Violent crime rate data for this area was not available in our current data sources, so we are unable to provide a specific figure at this time.

For the most up-to-date local safety information, you can visit the LAPD crime mapping tool at lapdonline.org or review reported data through the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and jurisdiction definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 87 · Very Walkable

Getting Around Reseda

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Reseda rates 87 (Very Walkable), 48 for Transit (Some Transit), and 65 for Biking. These scores reflect conditions near the 14 assisted properties in this city.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
21 schools · 4 districts

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 21 schools across 4 districts serve Reseda, including 9 elementary, 1 middle, and 11 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living

Cost of Living in Reseda, CA

Reseda is a neighborhood in the western San Fernando Valley, where housing costs reflect the broader Los Angeles market. Affordable and income-based housing can offer significant savings for eligible renters in this area.

Lease Lantern has identified 14 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties in Reseda, covering 913 total units. Rents at these properties are tied to income limits set by HUD rather than market rates, which can make a meaningful difference for cost-burdened households.

  • Affordable properties tracked: 14
  • Total income-restricted units: 913
BEA / BLS
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment and Flood Risk

All 14 HUD-assisted properties in Reseda have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 92/100(14 of 21 scored)
90+ (9)70–89 (5)No score (7)

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A Closer Look at Reseda

Reseda is a San Fernando Valley neighborhood with a solid inventory of affordable housing options -- 14 HUD-assisted properties totaling 913 units -- and a strong overall track record, with all 14 scored properties rating either excellent or good. No properties in the area carry high flood risk, according to flood mapping data.

Getting around without a car is a practical option here. According to Walk Score, Reseda earns an 87 ("Very Walkable") for walkability and a 65 for bikeability, though transit scores a more modest 48 ("Some Transit"), so riders who depend heavily on buses or rail may want to research specific routes before committing to a unit.

Families will find a range of nearby schools to consider. According to NCES Common Core of Data, the area is served by 21 public schools across 4 districts, including 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 11 high schools.

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