Applying to Leffingwell Manor
The very first thing you should do is check whether Leffingwell Manor has available housing for you.
Doing this first will save you time and frustration in case the number of apartments is limited, don’t match your needs, or have a protracted waiting list. Get started by following these steps:
Call or check online
Call (562) 947-1334 or email and ask whether there are apartments available.
Sometimes information is available online so it may be worthwhile to check their website.
Confirm this is a good match
Check the number of apartments, the number of bedrooms, amenities, the floor plan, and what other residents are saying about Leffingwell Manor first.
You may find that this location is not a good fit for you and your family.
Check waiting list
Some locations have no waiting list at all but others may have several thousand applicants in line already.
Call (562) 947-1334 or email to find out what the current wait list looks like.
Be sure to contribute to the community timeline on LowIncomeHousing.us with any helpful information you receive about Leffingwell Manor.
If you wish to contact Leffingwell Manor through traditioanl correspondence, you can write to
Leffingwell Manor
Attn: Housing applications
11410 Santa Gertrudes Ave
Whittier, CA - 90604
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Check Eligibility
Before even considering applying to Leffingwell Manor make sure you are eligible to apply.
Housing facilities usually require applicants to fulfill eligibility requirements based on income and demographic criteria.
Additionally, most housing communities perform a credit check as well as a criminal background check. Learn more about each eligibility requirement:
Income limits
Income limits mean you may not earn more than a certain amount in order to qualify for an apartment.
These limits exist to ensure that low income individuals and families have a fair shot at housing.
Income is usually verified with a Proof of Income Documentation such as:
- IRS tax returns
- Recent pay stubs
- Bank statements
Below are the most recent California income statistics
Median Income: $73,300.00
Metro Income: $73,600.00
Non-metro Income: $59,900.00
County, Income Limits Summary
| Income Limit Category |
|
Very Low (50%) Income Limits |
Extremely Low Income Limits |
| Person(s) In Family |
1 |
$33,950 |
$20,335 |
|
2 |
$38,800 |
$23,240 |
|
3 |
$43,650 |
$26,145 |
|
4 |
$48,450 |
$29,050 |
|
5 |
$52,350 |
$31,374 |
Please confirm with Leffingwell Manor the specific income limits for your specific area
If you get into a public housing or Section 8 unit, HUD will look at your income documents annually to make sure you remain eligible.
It is important to consider that income limitations vary according to location, including variations by neighborhood and communities.
Demographic Requirements
There may be limits and requirements on your family size and age.
Keep in mind that it is illegal to discriminate by race, ethnicity, or nationality but for certain
federally funded grants you must also prove that you are a citizen or legal resident of the United States.
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits all racial discrimination in the sale or rental of property.
The Fair Housing Act
The Fair Housing Act declares a national policy of fair housing throughout the United States, making illegal any discrimination in the sale, lease or rental of housing,
or making housing otherwise unavailable, because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in places of public accommodations and commercial facilities.
The Equal Credit Opportunity Act
The Equal Credit Opportunity Act makes discrimination unlawful with respect to any aspect of a credit application on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or because all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program.
State and Local Laws
State and local laws often provide broader coverage and prohibit discrimination based on additional classes not covered by federal law.
Criminal Background Check
Housing providers have the power to require a background check from new applicants and may require an annual background report as well. In the case of Public Housing, the criminal background check is mandatory. This may apply to all those over the age of 16 living in the same household. If you:
- are a registered sex offender
- or have been convicted of producing methamphetamine on public housing grounds,
you may have a lifetime bar. There may also be restrictions and requirement based on other minor offenses committed by other members of the household like family members or roommates. It is suggested you investigate first using public databases and online background checks.
Credit Requirements
Your credit score will not have an affect on your eligibility to receive Section 8 or Public Housing assistance. However, once you receive a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, prospective landlords will likely require a credit score as part of your background check. Also, other affordable housing programs, such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credit properties, will likely have a credit score as a part of the approval process.
You are able to get a credit report by multiple credit report agencies, but there are three agencies that are the largest and most widely-used. These agencies are Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Your credit score will likely differ between agencies, but your score should be similar between these three.
Some factors of what determines your credit score include bill payment history and amount of money owed. For further information about what determines your credit score, visit this FTC page.
Everyone is eligible for a free credit report once a year by each of the three agencies noted above. Do not fall for scams and other unethical companies that make you pay for your credit score if you have not requested one that year.
Credit scores are generally between a scale of 350-850. According to sources online, including myFico.com, the national average credit score is 690, and any score in the range of mid-600s and higher is considered "good credit."
Important note: "Good credit" does not determine eligibility to live in a unit. It is up to the landlord's or property manager's discretion to reject or accept your credit score. There is no set qualifier.
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