Port Orchard, WA Low Income Housing

Port Orchard, WA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Port Orchard, WA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Port Orchard, WA?
To qualify for low income housing in Washington, 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 Port Orchard, WA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Port Orchard, WA, 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 Port Orchard, WA. 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 Port Orchard, Washington - Kitsap County

Studio Apartments $1,431
One Bedroom Apartments $1,872
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,515
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,026

List of Low Income Housing in or near Port Orchard, WA

Heritage Apartments

Heritage Apartments - Port Orchard

145 West Lippert Dr.
Port Orchard, WA - 98366
(360) 602-0154
Heritage Apartments is a multi-family low income housing project, subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). 1-3 bedroom units, all of which operate on a waiting list. Contact Heritage Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Kitsap County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cedar Heights Apartments

Cedar Heights Apartments - Port Orchard

333 Lippert Dr W
Port Orchard, WA - 98366
360-876-5320
Cedar Heights Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Heights Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kitsap County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Village Green Apartments

Village Green Apartments - Port Orchard

3883 Madrona Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA - 98366
360-871-4883
Village Green Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Village Green Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kitsap County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kitsap Peninsula

Kitsap Peninsula - Port Orchard

902 Harrison Ave
Port Orchard, WA - 98366
360 377 7231
Kitsap Peninsula is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kitsap Peninsula for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kitsap County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Viewmont East - Port Orchard

1904 Pioneer Lane S.e.
Port Orchard, WA - 98366
(360) 895-1454
Viewmont East is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Viewmont East for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kitsap County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Port Orchard, WA

  • 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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