Mysti’s California Housing Watch – August 2025
- Giovanne Schachere
- Aug 10
- 2 min read
Fresh Starts Begin with Knowing Where the Doors Are Open
At Mysti’s, we know that stable housing is the foundation for rebuilding lives.
Whether you’re navigating reentry, recovering from a crisis, or simply ready for a new chapter, the difference between waiting years and moving in within months often comes down to where you apply.
That’s why our Housing Watch focuses on current openings in the counties we serve and nearby regions — Monterey County, Santa Cruz County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and neighboring areas.
We monitor these listings so you don’t have to. By acting quickly, you can take advantage of open waitlists, rather than staying stuck on lists that may never move.
Current Open Waitlists Near Our Service Areas
Property / Program | City & County | Program Type | Preferences | How to Apply |
Salinas Project-Based Voucher | Salinas, Monterey County | PBV | None | Apply Online |
One Parkside | Salinas, Monterey County | PBV | None | Apply Online |
Sunrise Senior Apartments | Hollister, San Benito County (near Monterey/Santa Cruz) | PBV | None | Apply Online |
Santa Monica Section 8 Voucher | Santa Monica, Los Angeles County | Section 8 | Local | Apply Online |
Below Market Rate Housing (BMH) | Santa Monica, Los Angeles County | PBV | Local | Apply Online |
Seasons at Compton & related properties | Los Angeles County | PBV | None | Apply Online |
Mesa Vista Apartments | Costa Mesa, Orange County (near LA County) | PBV | Homeless, Veterans | |
Crossroads at Washington | Santa Ana, Orange County (near LA County) | PBV | Homeless | |
Riverside County Section 8 Voucher | Riverside County | Section 8 | Senior, Veterans | Apply Online |
Moderate Rehabilitation Program | Riverside County | PBV | None | Apply Online |
Westminster Crossing Apartments | Westminster, Orange County (near LA County) | PBV | Homeless | |
Altrudy Senior Apartments | Yorba Linda, Orange County (near LA County) | PBV | Homeless, Senior | |
Villa Lakeshore | Lakeside, San Diego County (near Riverside) | PBV | Employed, Disabled, Homeless, Senior, Veterans, Families, Local | Apply Online |
Why This Matters
Our team encourages clients to:
Think Regionally – Expanding your search to neighboring counties can open doors faster.
Apply Early – Openings can close without warning.
Ask About Preferences – Even if you don’t meet them, you can still apply, but preferences may help you move up faster.
