Roswell, NM Low Income Housing

Roswell, NM Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Roswell, NM

How do I qualify for low income housing in Roswell, NM?
To qualify for low income housing in New Mexico, 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 Roswell, NM

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Roswell, NM, 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 Roswell, NM. 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 Roswell, New Mexico - Chaves County

Studio Apartments $674
One Bedroom Apartments $887
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,121
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,221

List of Low Income Housing in or near Roswell, NM

New Mexico Eastern Regional Housing Authority Region VI

New Mexico Eastern Regional Housing Authority Region VI - Roswell

106 E. Reed Street
Roswell, NM - 88202
(575) 622-0881
New Mexico Eastern Regional Housing Authority Region VI provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing a...see full details
Chaves County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): None
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Wildewood Apartments - Affordable Community

Wildewood Apartments - Affordable Community - Roswell

201 Sherrill Ln
Roswell, NM - 88201
(575) 622-9865
Wildewood Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wildewood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: Laundry Facility Community Room Service Coordinator 62+ and/or Disabled ...see full details
Chaves County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Don't know?
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Roswell Summit Apartments - Roswell

1100 S Wyoming Ave
Roswell, NM - 88203
972 267-7222
Roswell Summit Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Roswell Summit Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chaves County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cielo De Oro Senior Housing Apartments - Roswell

1700 W Hendricks St
Roswell, NM - 88203
575-622-4146
Cielo De Oro Senior Housing Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cielo De Oro Senior Housing Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chaves County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Rio Vista Senior Housing Apartments - Roswell

1600 W Hendricks St
Roswell, NM - 88201
505 622-4146
Rio Vista Senior Housing Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rio Vista Senior Housing Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chaves County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Willow Terrace Apartments - Roswell

306 E Country Club Rd
Roswell, NM - 88201
(575) 627-5979
Willow Terrace Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Willow Terrace Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Chaves County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sunset 1600 Apartments - Affordable Community

Sunset 1600 Apartments - Affordable Community - Roswell

1601 S Sunset Ave
Roswell, NM - 88203
(575) 623-2494
Sunset 1600 Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sunset 1600 Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: On-site Laundry Facilities 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance Pets Allowed - 40 lbs Max Community Room Community Activities Professional Staff ...see full details
Chaves County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Roswell, NM

  • 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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