The Carlton
Studio, One-, and Two-Bedroom Apartment Rental Homes Now Leasing!
The Carlton is a vibrant affordable residential community that aims to bring long term housing stability to families and Transition Age Youth living in South LA. Replacing underutilized, vacant land at the highly traveled corner of 54th St. & Western Ave., this residential community links residents to a number of neighborhood amenities including convenient access to public transit, Chesterfield Square Park, Food 4 Less, and other neighborhood destinations.
Residential Program
60 homes
- 29 affordable rental homes (leased by Abode Communities)
- 30 supportive rental homes (referred via Los Angeles County Coordinated Entry System)
- 1 manager unit
Amenities
- Bicycle parking
- Central courtyard with children’s play area
- Community room
- Laundry
- Onsite property management
- Resident/Supportive services
Property Address
5407 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90062
Population
Families and Transition Age Youth
How to Apply
In-Person Applications
Available and accepted Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 5 PM at the temporary leasing office:
Morgan Place
7301 Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
Download the print application here.
Online Applications
Submit an application online here.
Other Housing Opportunities
If you are in immediate need of housing, please visit Housing Resources.
Leasing Dates
Applications will be accepted August 13, 2026 – September 12, 2025. Applications received after September 12 will be placed on the wait list.
Housing Lottery
One leasing application will be accepted per household. All applicants will be assigned a lottery number and leasing applications will be processed by lottery number. The lottery will be held virtually on September 29, 2025 and applicants do not need to be present to enter into the leasing pool.
Leasing Flyer
Income & Eligibility Requirements
| Max Income Level | 1 Person HH | 2 Person HH | 3 Person HH | 4 Person HH | 5 Person HH | 6 Person HH | 7 Person HH | 8 Person HH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30% | 31,800 | 36,360 | 40,890 | 45,450 | 49,080 | 52,710 | 56,340 | 60,000 |
| 40% | 42,400 | 48,480 | 54,520 | 60,600 | 65,440 | 70,280 | 75,120 | 80,000 |
| 50% | 53,000 | 60,600 | 68,150 | 75,750 | 81,800 | 87,850 | 93,900 | 100,000 |
Occupancy Standards
| Unit Size | #HH Members | Unit SF |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1-2 | 423 SF |
| 1 BR | 1-3 | 555 SF |
| 2 BR | 3-5 | 770 SF |
Preparing for the Interview
If you have been invited to interview, please bring the following information, if applicable, for all household members over the age of 18:
- Valid picture identification
- Birth certificates (minors < 18 y/o only)
- Social security cards
- Bank account statements (six most recent statements)
- Pensions and annuities (three most recent statements)
- Employment proof of income (three most recent months, consecutive)
- Self-Employment proof of income (two years IRS tax return, including Schedule C)
- Self-Employment current list of clients
- IRS tax return (most recent year)
- SSI or SSA/Disability (Benefit letter dated 120 days prior to move-in)
- Unemployment insurance (most recent statement or letter showing current benefit)
- Financial assistance (Notarized letter from provider of payments outside of household)
- GA/AFDC/TANF (Most recent statement or statement dated within 120 days of move-in)
- Child support and alimony (District Attorney notice, court order or provider letter plus two most recent checks)
- Student verification (School name, address and current class schedule)
- Other sources of income not listed
Equal Opportunity Housing
Housing is offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, familial status, national origin, citizenship status, immigrant status, primary language, marital status, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, source of income (include receipt of Section 8 and other similar vouchers), genetic information, military or veteran status, arbitrary characteristics, or any other basis currently or subsequently prohibited by law. Individuals with a disability have the right to ask for and receive reasonable accommodations and to request auxiliary aids.
Accessible Units Available
Accessible units and/or units with accessible features are available. To inquire about accessible units, please contact the property directly.
Rights of Individuals with Disabilities
Individuals with a disability have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation, including auxiliary aids and services, and communications in alternative formats. To make a request, please contact the property directly.