Long Key, FL Low Income Housing

Long Key, FL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Long Key, FL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Long Key, FL?
To qualify for low income housing in Florida, 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 Long Key, FL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Long Key, FL, 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 Long Key, FL. 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 Long Key, Florida - Monroe County

Studio Apartments $1,597
One Bedroom Apartments $2,023
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,569
Three Bedroom Apartments $3,433

List of Low Income Housing in or near Long Key, FL

Sea Grape Ii - Marathon

+ - 800ft. south of Overseas Hwy between 70th St.
Marathon, FL - 33050

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Sea Grape Ii has 28 subsidized apartments out of a total of 28 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Sea Grape Ii. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | SAIL. ...see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 17.22 miles from Long Key


Eastwind - Marathon

240 Sombrero Beach Rd.
Marathon, FL - 33050
305-743-5765
This is a HUD funded apartment. HUD rent subsidies apply. This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Eastwind has 130 subsidized apartments out of a total of 130 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. There are 8 one bedroom apartments at Eastwind. The apartment was built in 1981. Housing program available: Rental Assistance HUD | State HOME. ...see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 17.97 miles from Long Key


Eastwind Apartments - Marathon

240 Sombrero Rd
Marathon, FL - 33050
305-743-5765
Eastwind Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastwind Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 18.60 miles from Long Key

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tropical Isle - Marathon

260 41st Street
Marathon, FL - 33050
305-743-0079
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Tropical Isle has 22 subsidized apartments out of a total of 23 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. Housing program available: State HOME. ...see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 18.69 miles from Long Key


Middle Keys, Habitat For Humanity Of The - Marathon

PO Box 67
Marathon, FL - 33050
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 18.85 miles from Long Key

Non Profit Apartment

Sea Grape - Marathon

1001 and 1003 70th Street Ocean
Marathon, FL - 33050
(305) 289-1230
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Sea Grape has 56 subsidized apartments out of a total of 56 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Sea Grape. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | SAIL. ...see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 18.87 miles from Long Key


Tradewinds Hammocks - Key Largo

100 Hammock Trail
Key Largo, FL - 33037
305-451-1415
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Tradewinds Hammocks has 66 subsidized apartments out of a total of 66 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. There are 11 one bedroom apartments at Tradewinds Hammocks. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | State HOME. ...see full details
Monroe County
Listing Location: 32.03 miles from Long Key


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Long Key, FL

  • 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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