Gresham, OR Low Income Housing

Gresham, OR Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Gresham, OR

How do I qualify for low income housing in Gresham, OR?
To qualify for low income housing in Oregon, 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 Gresham, OR

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Gresham, OR, 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 Gresham, OR. 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 Gresham, Oregon - Multnomah County

Studio Apartments $1,610
One Bedroom Apartments $1,839
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,574
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,995

List of Low Income Housing in or near Gresham, OR

Aldercrest Apartments

Aldercrest Apartments - Gresham

21900 Se Alder Dr
Gresham, OR - 97030
503-666-5705
Aldercrest Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Aldercrest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Powell Vista Manor - Low Income Senior Housing

Powell Vista Manor - Low Income Senior Housing - Gresham

4125 SE 182nd Ave
Gresham, OR - 97030
(503) 661-4633
Powell Vista Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Powell Vista Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities: Kitchens with electric range/oven and refrigerators Baseboard heaters Wall-to-wall carpet and window blinds Cable TV Hook-up A limited number of accessible apartments for the mobility impaired Large closet space C...see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mattie Younkin Manor - Affordable Senior Housing

Mattie Younkin Manor - Affordable Senior Housing - Gresham

2400 NE 27th Street
Gresham, OR - 97030
(503) 665-3113
Mattie Younkin Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mattie Younkin Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Apartment Amenities:     Kitchens with electric range/oven and refrigerators     Baseboard forced heat     Wall-to-wall carpet     Cable TV Hook-up     A limited number of accessible apartments f...see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

East Fair Terrace - Gresham

438 Nw Division St
Gresham, OR - 97030
503-661-3001
East Fair Terrace is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact East Fair Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Central Station Apartments - Gresham

777 Ne 8th Street
Gresham, OR - 97030
503-491-9661
Central Station Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Central Station Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mt Hood Community Apartments - Gresham

208 Ne Cleveland Ave
Gresham, OR - 97030
503-238-0769
Mt Hood Community Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mt Hood Community Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Coburn Woods Apartments - Gresham

17308 Ne Couch
Gresham, OR - 97230
503-238-0769
Coburn Woods Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Coburn Woods Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Multnomah County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Gresham, OR

  • 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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