Big Lake, AK Low Income Housing

Big Lake, AK Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Big Lake, AK

How do I qualify for low income housing in Big Lake, AK?
To qualify for low income housing in Alaska, 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 Big Lake, AK

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Big Lake, AK, 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 Big Lake, AK. 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.

List of Low Income Housing in or near Big Lake, AK

Cranberry Ridge - Houston

11881 West Mid-valley Way
Houston, AK - 99694
907-892-6114
Cranberry Ridge is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cranberry Ridge for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 8.18 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mid-valley Manor - Houston

11913 West Mid-valley Way
Houston, AK - 99694
(907) 892-6114
Mid-valley Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mid-valley Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 8.99 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mckay Villa Apartments - Anchorage

3741 Richmond Avenue
Anchorage, AK - 99508
907-561-3871
Mckay Villa Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mckay Villa Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 20.73 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

George Sullivan Manor - Anchorage

420 East 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK - 99501
(907) 644-4653
George Sullivan Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact George Sullivan Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 20.75 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation - Anchorage

PO Box 101020
Anchorage, AK - 99510
(907) 338-6100
The Alaska Housing Finance Corporation Public Housing Division oversees the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8 in 11 communities throughout Alaska. They also manage Public Housing Low Rent Apartments.The eligibility requirements for these programs and rentals are set by HUD.There may be a waiting list for vouchers and rentals and often the waiting list is closed until more assistance and funding become available. If you are in need of assistance in the area please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, the status of the waiting list and application acceptance and their application procedures. ...see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 20.76 miles from Big Lake


Glen The - Anchorage

1200 Columbine Ct
Anchorage, AK - 99508
907-274-0797
Glen The is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Glen The for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 21.64 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Alpine Terrace - Low Rent Family Apartments - Anchorage

8621 Peck Avenue
Anchorage, AK - 99504
(907) 330-6193
Alpine Terrace is Low Rent Family Community. This property consists of 48 rentals. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments 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 interested in renting at Alpine Terrace please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 21.80 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Russian Jack Manor - Anchorage

1260 Delasala Place
Anchorage, AK - 99508
(907) 332-4083
Russian Jack Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Russian Jack Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 21.83 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chugach View - Anchorage

1280 East 17th Avenue
Anchorage, AK - 99501
907-272-9617
Chugach View is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chugach View for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 21.84 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ptarmigan Park - Low Rent Family Apartments - Anchorage

1122 East 19th Avenue
Anchorage, AK - 99501
(907) 272-9617
Ptarmigan Park Apartments is a Low Rent Family Housing Community. This property consists of 17 rentals. These apartments are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals 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 interested in renting at this location please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Matanuska Susitna County
Listing Location: 21.95 miles from Big Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Big Lake, AK

  • 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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