Santa Fe, NM Low Income Housing

Santa Fe, NM Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Santa Fe, NM

How do I qualify for low income housing in Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, NM

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, 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 Santa Fe, New Mexico - Santa Fe County

Studio Apartments $1,087
One Bedroom Apartments $1,249
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,597
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,775

List of Low Income Housing in or near Santa Fe, NM

Village Sage - Affordable Community

Village Sage - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

5951 Larson Loop
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 474-4226
Amenities:     Washer/Dryer     Outdoor Storage     Computer Center     Basketball Court     Semi-Private Patios     Playgrounds     Fitness Zones     Community Garden     24-Hr Emergency Maintenance ...see full details
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Villa Alegre Senior - Affordable Community

Villa Alegre Senior - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

144 Villa Alegre St
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505) 501-6008
Amenities:     Washer/Dryer     24-Hr Emergency Maintenance     Community Garden     Resident Monthly Activities     After School Training ...see full details
Santa Fe County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Electric no gas.
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Villa Alegre Family - Affordable Community

Villa Alegre Family - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

244 Villa Alegre St
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505) 501-6011
Amenities: Washer/Dryer 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance Playground Computer Center Patio After School Tutoring ...see full details
Santa Fe County

Stage Coach Apartments - Affordable Community

Stage Coach Apartments - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

3360 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 466-1560
Amenities:     Washer/Dryer     Outdoor Storage     Computer Center     Basketball Court     Playgrounds     Fitness Zones     Community Garden     Patios     24-Hr Emergency Maintenance ...see full details
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Paseo Del Sol - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

4551 Paseo Del Sol
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 473-5983
...see full details
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Soleras Station - Affordable Community

Soleras Station - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

4804 Railrunner Road
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505) 316-6421
Amenities: On-site Laundry Facility Washer/Dryer Connections 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance Balconies/Patios ...see full details
Santa Fe County

Campo Alegria Apartments - Affordable Community

Campo Alegria Apartments - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

104 Camino Del Campo
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505) 983-6324
...see full details
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San Tierra Apartments - Santa Fe

3991 Camino Juliana
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 438-4944
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Community Amenities: Access to Public Transportation Easy Access to Freeways Easy Access to Shopping Clothes Care Center On-Call Maintenance Playground Area Sport Court Swimming Pool Apartment Amenities: Breakfast Bar Cable Ready Carpeted Floors Energy Efficient Windows Extra Storage New Appliances New Cabinetry New Carpet and Flooring New Heating and Refrigerated Air Units Private Patios/Balconie...see full details
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Tres Santos Apartments

Tres Santos Apartments - Santa Fe

1899 Pacheco St.
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505) 988-2846
Tres Santos De Santa Fe Apartments offers one and two bedroom units for rent. The complex is aptly named, being at the junction of the three streets named after St. Michael, St. Francis, and San Mateo. There are 136 units available for rent, and amenities include on-site laundry, a fitness center, disability access, and a bilingual staff. Section 8 Low Income Housing Assistance Vouchers are accepted. ...see full details
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Los Pinones Apartment Homes

Los Pinones Apartment Homes - Santa Fe

825 Calle Mejia
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505) 988-4995
Los Pinones Apartment Homes offers one, two, and three bedroom units for rent. The units are contained in sixteen separate three-story buildings built into a hillside, surrounded by native plants and old-grown trees. Community amenities include a clubhouse, on-site laundry, on-site management, free copy and fax services, a fitness center, business center, and pool, and courtesy night patrol. Apartment amenities include private patios, forced air heating, microwaves and dishwashers, private stor...see full details
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Santa Fe County Housing Authority - Santa Fe

52 Camino De Jacobo
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505)992-3058
Santa Fe County Housing Authority 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 assistance in the area ...see full details
Santa Fe County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 600
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water trash gas
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Santa Fe Civic - Mora County Region II Housing Authority - Santa Fe

664 Alta Vista Street
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505)988-2859
Santa Fe Civic - Mora County  Region II Housing Authority 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 ho...see full details
Santa Fe County

Homewise,

Homewise, - Santa Fe

1301 Siler Road Bldg. D
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
800.429.5499
Homewise Inc. offers services for the both homebuyer and the homeowner through the individual financial and home buyer counseling they provide, mortgage and home improvement lending services, homebuyer educational classes, in-house real estate agents and a qualifying broker, and home improvement services for families. Homewise Inc. has an impressive number of clients who have successfully made use of their services, whether through home improvement or home building.  ...see full details
Santa Fe County

Villas De San Ignacio Apartments

Villas De San Ignacio Apartments - Santa Fe

4499 San Ignacio Rd.
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 716-4579
Villas De San Ignacio Apartments offers one, two, and three bedroom apartments for rent. Each unit has been newly furnished and children's playgrounds, a sand volleyball court, BBQ gazebos, and a community park are provided for resident enjoyment. The local mall, including shopping venues, theaters, and restaurants, is within easy driving distance, and a country-club style golf course is just across the street.  Amenities:     Fitness Center     Professional Staff ...see full details
Santa Fe County

Tuscany at St. Francis

Tuscany at St. Francis - Santa Fe

2218 Miguel Chavez Rd.
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505) 629-0620
The secluded community of Tuscany at St. Francis Apartments is close to downtown Santa Fe and near many shopping venues, despite it's private location. Amenities include biking and jogging trails, dishwashers in each unit,  and outside storage. There is a children's playground, community pool, and BBQ area for resident use.  ...see full details
Santa Fe County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 800
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The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta

The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta - Santa Fe

6600 Jaguar Dr.
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 629-0622
The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta Apartments offers two, three, and four bedroom units for rent, all with two bathrooms. Apartment amenities include private patios, GE appliances, and garages. Community amenities include a clubhouse, a heated swimming pool and exercise room, children's playgrounds, and a sports court. Public picnic areas are also on-site for resident enjoyment.  ...see full details
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San Miguel Court Apartments

San Miguel Court Apartments - Santa Fe

2029 Calle Lorca
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505) 629-4926
San Miguel Court Apartments offers one, two, and three bedroom units for rent. The complex is located conveniently close to highway 466 and within walking distance of the lush Southridge Calle Lorca Park. Each unit has a washer and dryer inside for personal laundering. There is no security deposit. ...see full details
Santa Fe County

Anasazi Village

Anasazi Village - Santa Fe

6921 Airport Rd.
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
505-474-7200
Anasazi Village Apartments offers one, two, and three bedroom units for rent. Apartment amenities include washers and dryers in each unit, central air and heating systems, and available ADA accessible units. Community amenities include 24 hour maintenance, a fitness center, gated entry, free on-site parking, and an outdoor spa. The complex is conveniently located within a three-mile radius of the city bus stop, the public library, grocery shopping, banking, restaurants, the movie theater, mall,...see full details
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Avaria of Santa Fe

Avaria of Santa Fe - Santa Fe

1896 Lorca Dr
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505) 471-8407
Avaria of Santa Fe offers both one and two bedroom apartments for rent, as well as three bedroom, two-story townhouses, all for an affordable rental price. The lush landscaping and Spanish architectural hints provide a luxurious Mediterranean ambiance. There is a fitness center, community pool, and sport club with separate lockers for men and women. The property won the New Mexico Apartment Association's 2004 Best Clubhouse and Office Award.    ...see full details
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Casa Villita Apartments

Casa Villita Apartments - Santa Fe

3330 Calle P'o Ae Pi
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
801-877-1826 x 5200
Casa Villita Apartments has both one and two bedroom apartments available for rent. This brand new gated community presents five floor plans for potential renters to choose from. Amenities include a resident fitness center and library, planned social events, and shopping venues within a convenient distance of the complex. There are on-site putting greens, carports are available, and the local bus line has a pick-up close to the property.  ...see full details
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Encino Villa

Encino Villa - Santa Fe

1501 Montano St
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
505-989-7271
Encino Villa offers affordable, low-income housing for the elderly. The property has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division. The complex is nestled along a secluded loop road, and surrounded on two sides by the lush Larragoite Park.  ...see full details
Santa Fe County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): $230 for a single room
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): all
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Challenge New Mexico Group Home

Challenge New Mexico Group Home - Santa Fe

1888 Calle Quedo
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505)988-7621
Challenge New Mexico is an organization which offers horseback riding opportunities for the physically of mentally handicapped. The Challenge New Mexico Group Home is a low-income housing apartment for handicapped residents. The complex has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division and Section 8 Low Income Housing Assistance may be available upon request. ...see full details
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sangre De Cristo Apartments - Affordable Community

Sangre De Cristo Apartments - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

1801 Espinacitas St
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505) 984-1856
Sangre De Cristo Apartments offers affordable, low-income family housing, and the property has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division. The complex is located near highway 466 and close to several eateries and shopping venues. The Santa Fe Desert Chorale headquarters are close at hand, as is the Yogasource of Santa Fe and the Bienvendos Outreach center.  Amenities:     On-site Laundry Facility     Playgrounds     24-Hr Emergency Main...see full details
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Santa Fe Apartments - Affordable Community

Santa Fe Apartments - Affordable Community - Santa Fe

255 Camino Alire
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505) 983-2260
Santa Fe Apartments offers affordable, low-income housing for families in the Santa Fe area. The property has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division. The complex is conveniently located near several lush community parks, including Bicentennial Alto Park, Torreon Park, and John F. Ray Greigo Park. The National Dance Institute of New Mexico is nearby, as is the Barbara Simpson Antique shop.   Amenities:     On-site Laundry Facility     Professio...see full details
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Villa Consuelo Apartments - Santa Fe

1200 Camino Consuelo
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
(505) 474-5431
Villa Consuelo Apartments offers affordable, low-income housing for families in the Santa Fe area. The complex has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division, and Section 8 Low Income Housing Assistance may be available upon request. The property has been inspected as recently as 2007. ...see full details
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

La Cieneguita Elderly Housing

La Cieneguita Elderly Housing - Santa Fe

1601 La Cienequita
Santa Fe, NM - 87507
(505) 424-9736
La Cieneguita is a 120 unit development divided into three neighborhoods. The complex includes 88 single-family units and 32 attached compound-style units for low-income seniors. There is a community facility, a children's park, and a daycare facility for resident convenience. The complex was built to serve "senior citizens, single adults, single parent households, and two parent households," meaning that they have a unit fitted to almost every need. Grants received for the project include...see full details
Santa Fe County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Santa Fe Community Housing Trust

Santa Fe Community Housing Trust - Santa Fe

1111 Agua Fria St
Santa Fe, NM - 87501
(505)989-3960
The Community Housing Trust of Santa Fe offers first-time homebuyer housing programs, as well as housing counseling, homebuyer training, and downpayment assistance services. They also have special housing programs to assist those with HIV/Aids, and special elderly and reverse mortgage housing programs.  ...see full details
Santa Fe County
Non Profit Apartment

Santa Fe Homeward Bound Apartments

Santa Fe Homeward Bound Apartments - Santa Fe

3454 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM - 87505
651 645-7271
Santa Fe Homeward Bounds Apartments is Accessible Space Inc,'s first handicap-accessible, affordable building in New Mexico. Adults who qualify have the ability to own their own apartment and arrange their own services through the ASI. Rent is determined based upon 30% of monthly household income. Rent includes heat, water, trash, sewer, and snow removal. 20 one and two bedroom units are available for rent, with large accessible bathrooms and roll-in showers. Amenities include a controlled acce...see full details
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Santa Fe, 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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