Fort Myers Beach, FL Low Income Housing

Fort Myers Beach, FL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Fort Myers Beach, FL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Fort Myers Beach, FL?
To qualify for low income housing in Florida, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Fort Myers Beach, FL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Fort Myers Beach, FL, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Fort Myers Beach, FL. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Fort Myers Beach, Florida - Lee County

Studio Apartments $1,141
One Bedroom Apartments $1,451
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,896
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,157

List of Low Income Housing in or near Fort Myers Beach, FL

Iona Lakes - Ft Myers

15000 Iona Lakes Drive
Ft Myers, FL - 33908
239-466-4662
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Iona Lakes has 315 subsidized apartments out of a total of 350 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. There are 174 one bedroom apartments at Iona Lakes. Housing program available: State Bonds. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 4.51 miles from Fort Myers Beach


Edisto Lake - Ft Myers

10770 Clear Lake Loop
Ft Myers, FL - 33908
239-437-3880
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Edisto Lake has 376 subsidized apartments out of a total of 376 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | SAIL. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 4.89 miles from Fort Myers Beach


Community Housing And Resources - Sanibel

800 Dunlop Rd
Sanibel, FL - 33957
(239)472-1189
THE ORGANIZATION'S EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO PROMOTE AND ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW TO MODERATE INCOME INDIVIDUALS WORKING ON SANIBEL ISLAND, FLORIDA AND RESIDENTS WHO WOULD OTHERWISE BE UNABLE TO LIVE ON THE ISLAND...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.34 miles from Fort Myers Beach

Non Profit Apartment

Coronado Place - Cape Coral

4642 Coronado Pkwy
Cape Coral, FL - 33904
239-995-6100
Coronado Place is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Coronado Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.77 miles from Fort Myers Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cape Coral Housing Development Corporation - Cape Coral

824 SE 47th Street, Unit 1 & 2
Cape Coral, FL - 33904
(239) 471-0922
Cape Coral Housing Development Corporation provides housing assistance to low income residents in the area through the management of programs such as Foreclosure Prevention, Owner Occupied Repair Assistance and Down Payment Assistance. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. If you are in need of assistance with any of these programs please contact them directly to obtain more information about program eligibility and application procedures. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.81 miles from Fort Myers Beach


Cape Coral Housing Development Corporation - Cape Coral

824 Se 47th Street, Unit 1 & 2
Cape Coral, FL - 33904
239-471-0922
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.81 miles from Fort Myers Beach


Laurel Oaks - Cape Coral

4626 Skyline Blvd
Cape Coral, FL - 33914
239-995-6100
Laurel Oaks is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Laurel Oaks for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 8.11 miles from Fort Myers Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Santa Barbara Village - Cape Coral

3618 Santa Barbara Blvd
Cape Coral, FL - 33914
239-995-6100
Santa Barbara Village is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Santa Barbara Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 9.22 miles from Fort Myers Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Horizons Apartments - Ft Myers

5360 Summerlin Rd
Ft Myers, FL - 33919

This is a HUD funded apartment. HUD rent subsidies apply. Currently Horizons Apartments has 180 subsidized apartments out of a total of 180 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment was built in 1983. Housing program available: HUD Use Agreement. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 10.10 miles from Fort Myers Beach


Barkley Place - Ft Myers

36 Barkley Circle
Ft Myers, FL - 33907
(239) 275-0203
This apartment is rent subsidized by the local housing finance authority. Currently Barkley Place has 31 subsidized apartments out of a total of 156 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. Housing program available: Local Bonds. Barkley Place was established in 1988.Facilities have social-cultural activities, housekeeping-linen service, 24hr nursing staff, andtransportation. Chef-prepared meals are optional in our full service dining room. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 10.30 miles from Fort Myers Beach


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Fort Myers Beach, FL

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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