Qualifications

To qualify for housing at 1999 on West 3rd you must meet the following:

• Income Limits: Household income must fall between 30% and 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) based on household size.

• Occupancy Standards: Unit occupancy must align with household size.

• Residency: The unit must be your primary residence.

• Background: Positive rental history and background check required.

If you meet these criteria, you're eligible to apply!

1. Occupancy Standards

• Units will be assigned based on the size of the household to ensure compliance with local occupancy standards:

  • Studio: Minimum 1 person, Maximum 2 people

  • 1 Bedroom: Minimum 1 person, Maximum 3 people

• Households must not exceed the maximum occupancy limits for their assigned unit to maintain compliance with the program.

2. Household Composition

• Household members must match the number of occupants as specified during the application process. Any additional household members must be pre-approved and meet eligibility criteria. Changes in household composition must be reported.

• All household members must occupy the unit as their primary residence. Subletting or using the apartment as a secondary residence is not allowed.

Income Eligibility

Los Angeles County limits published by CTCAC, LAHD, and HUD.

To qualify for housing, the total household income must fall within the following limits based on household size. Income eligibility is based on the percentage of AMI for Los Angeles:

Gross annual household income must be 2.5 times the rent and must be verified to be at or below the maximum guideline based upon the current area median income (AMI).

Household income includes all sources of income, such as wages, benefits, and other financial assets.

Applicants must provide documentation verifying their income to determine eligibility.

Background and Rental History

A criminal background check and rental history review will be conducted.

Negative rental history, such as prior evictions or outstanding balances to landlords, may affect eligibility.

Program Compliance

Applicants must comply with LAHD and CTCAC guidelines and provide all necessary documents for income and household composition verification.

Tenants are required to recertify on an annual basis to confirm the household’s eligibility.

Non-Discrimination

WinnResidential does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, ancestry, or sexual orientation in the access to, admission into, or employment in housing programs or activities.

Reasonable Accommodation and Modifications

Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations or modifications to ensure equal access to housing. Requests will be reviewed, and accommodations will be provided as needed.

Updated 12/22/2025: We are fully leased. Please contact our leasing team to be added to the waitlist.

Application Process

Applicants may visit the community in-person and schedule a tour and/or interview to review documents and determine eligibility.

Applicants must submit proof of household income, identification for all household members.

Required Documentation

• Completed application form
• Proof of household income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements, asset income)
• Identification for all household members (driver's license, social security card, birth certificates)

Screening Process

Applications will be reviewed, and background and credit checks will be performed. Eligibility will be determined based on income, household composition, and other factors.

If no units are available, eligible applicants may remain on our interest list.

Application Fees

Applicants may be required to pay a fee for background and credit checks. All fees will be disclosed during the application process.

Notification of Eligibility

Applicants will be notified of their eligibility once all screenings are completed. If ineligible, the applicant will be informed, and information on the appeal process will be provided.

1999 West 3rd St. Leasing Office
Los Angeles, CA 90057

Temporary Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed Sunday

Application must be completed by pen, no white-out corrections will be accepted. One application must be submitted per adult.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

In order to expedite the processing of your application, please print and bring the following items to the interview:

1. $35.00 Money Order or Cashier’s Check for each adult household member

2. Social Security card(s) OR Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for all household members.

3. Valid government-issued photo identification to verify identity for all adults.

4. Birth certificates for all minor household members (under 18 years of age).

5. If you are self-employed, provide tax returns for the last two years (2024 & 2023), including Schedule C or 1099 if you are an independent contractor; or proof of non-filing from the IRS for the above tax years (if you did not file taxes).

6. If you are employed, provide the last three (3) months of consecutive pay stubs. (Provide contact information for your employer’s Human Resources Department: phone, fax, email.)

7. If your total assets exceed $51,600, provide the following:

a. Current bank statements for any checking or savings accounts, as well as statements for all other financial accounts, including addresses and phone numbers for all institutions.

b. Last two receipts or check stubs from your retirement/pension plan.

c. The latest statement of 401K/IRA/Keogh or other retirement plan if you contribute or receive funds from such a plan.

d. Whole life insurance policy.

8. Current Social Security/SSI Award Letter or any other state income such as unemployment, disability, workers compensation, AFDC, etc., received by any household members, including addresses and phone numbers for all government agencies involved.

9. If you receive child support, provide the last three (3) months of consecutive child support payments.

10. If you are listed on a deed, provide the latest mortgage statement.

11. If you are a part-time or full-time student, provide the current school schedule and Financial Aid Award Letter.

Please note that all adult household members must be present at the interview.

If you find that you cannot keep your appointment with us, or if all household members are not available on the above scheduled date and time, please call (213) 596-0520 and speak with a leasing representative within at least 24 hours of your scheduled appointment. If you do not keep your appointment, we will assume you are no longer interested in an apartment and your interest will be cancelled.

We look forward to meeting with you and completing this important step in the leasing process.