Hernandez, NM Low Income Housing

Hernandez, NM Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Hernandez, NM

How do I qualify for low income housing in Hernandez, 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 Hernandez, NM

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Hernandez, 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 Hernandez, 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 Hernandez, New Mexico - Rio Arriba County

Studio Apartments $689
One Bedroom Apartments $795
Two Bedroom Apartments $968
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,068

List of Low Income Housing in or near Hernandez, NM

Rio Arriba County Housing Authority - Espanola

737 La Joya Street
Espanola, NM - 87532
(505)753-7870
Rio Arriba 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 please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 5.39 miles from Hernandez


Villa Del Norte - Espanola

710 La Joya St
Espanola, NM - 87532
(575) 753-9611
Villa Del Norte is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Villa Del Norte for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 5.49 miles from Hernandez

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Santa Maria El Mirador Group Homes - Alcalde

365 Old Velarde Road
Alcalde, NM - 87532
(505) 984-1451
Santa Maria El Mirador Group Homes is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Santa Maria El Mirador Group Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 6.88 miles from Hernandez

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Espanola Housing Authority - Espanola

136 Calle Del Pajarito
Espanola, NM - 87532
(505)753-3897
Espanola 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 please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 9.29 miles from Hernandez


Mountain Vista - Affordable Community - Los Alamos

600 San Ildefonso Rd
Los Alamos, NM - 87544
(505) 662-5417
Amenities: Playground Laundry Facilities All Utilities Paid Except Electric Pets Allowed On-site Professional Management 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance ...see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 15.02 miles from Hernandez


Los Alamos Group Home - Los Alamos

2056 Peach Street
Los Alamos, NM - 87544
(505) 231-0907
Los Alamos Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Los Alamos Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 16.00 miles from Hernandez

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 18.93 miles from Hernandez

Non Profit Apartment

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 storage in each building for a small fee of $20, and fire-places (third floor residences only). Pets are welcome and there are pet waste stations throughout the complex for use during pet walks. ...see full details
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 26.78 miles from Hernandez


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
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 27.44 miles from Hernandez


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
Rio Arriba County
Listing Location: 27.45 miles from Hernandez


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Hernandez, 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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