Below Market Rate

Below Market Rate (BMR) Apartments Coming Soon

We're excited to announce that five (5) Below Market Rate (BMR) apartment homes are anticipated to become available for move-in beginning August 15, 2026. The City of Santa Clara's Below Market Rate Housing Program helps make housing more affordable for qualifying households by offering apartment homes at rents that are lower than current market rates. These homes are intended to provide eligible residents with access to high-quality housing while maintaining affordability based on household income guidelines established by the City.

How BMR Qualification Works

Eligibility for BMR apartments is determined using total gross household income, which includes the combined income of all household members who will be residing in the apartment. Applicants must meet the income requirements established by the City of Santa Clara at the time of application and provide supporting documentation during the qualification process. Please note that qualification is based on household income limits and program requirements, not solely on an individual applicant's income.

Interested in Applying?

Applications for these upcoming BMR opportunities are expected to be available later this month. We encourage interested applicants to check back regularly on our website for application information, income limits, eligibility requirements, and important deadlines.

Due to the limited number of BMR homes available, we anticipate significant interest and encourage prospective applicants to review program requirements as soon as they are released. We look forward to sharing additional details soon. Stay tuned for updates!"