Los Lunas, NM Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Los Lunas, NM

How do I qualify for low income housing in Los Lunas, 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 Los Lunas, NM

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Los Lunas, 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 Los Lunas, 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 Los Lunas, New Mexico - Valencia County

Studio Apartments $828

One Bedroom Apartments $1,005

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,222

Three Bedroom Apartments $1,722

List of Low Income Housing in or near Los Lunas, NM

Villa Escondida - Affordable Community - Los Lunas

1114 Los Claveles Dr SE
Los Lunas, NM - 87031
(505) 865-6116
Amenities: Pets Allowed Professional Staff 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance ...see full details
Valencia County

Encantada Apartments - Affordable Community - Los Lunas

300 Canal Blvd
Los Lunas, NM - 87031
(505) 865-4113
Amenities: Playground 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance On-site Laundry Facility On-site Management ...see full details
Valencia County

Ventana Cove Apartments - Los Lunas

450 Los Cerritos Road
Los Lunas, NM - 87031
(505) 865-5858
Ventana Cove Apartments offers 60 low income two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M-F 8 am - 5 pm Community Amenities: Swimming Pool Playground Clothes Care Facility Fitness Center Off-Street Parking Apartment Amenities: Townhouse Style Patio Large Bedrooms Washer/Dryer Hook-ups Central Air Mini Blinds Appliances *Given the ...see full details
Valencia County

See What Other Users Are Saying
Apartment Costs (user reports): $777.00 2 bedroom 1.5 bath
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water, sewer and trash
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Los Lunas Housing Authority - Los Lunas

3445 Lambros Loop
Los Lunas, NM - 87031
(505)839-3854
Los Lunas Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these 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 obta...see full details
Valencia County

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Los Lunas, 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.

Check For Waiting Lists
Most apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.

Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.