Beaverton, OR Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Beaverton, OR

How do I qualify for low income housing in Beaverton, OR?
To qualify for low income housing in Oregon, 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 Beaverton, OR

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Beaverton, OR, 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 Beaverton, OR. 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 Beaverton, Oregon - Washington County

Studio Apartments $1,650

One Bedroom Apartments $1,776

Two Bedroom Apartments $2,024

Three Bedroom Apartments $2,809

List of Low Income Housing in or near Beaverton, OR

Belleau Woods Affordable Family Apartment - Beaverton

14902 SW Tracy Ann Ct
Beaverton, OR - 97007
(503) 626-3563
Affordable housing number of units: 64 Amenities: On-site laundry facility Leasing office Barbecue and picnic area. Affordable Housing Community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability. Wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Washington County

Fircrest Manor Apartments - Beaverton

13765 SW Allen Blvd.
Beaverton, OR - 97005
(503) 644-9379
Offers 59 units of low income housing tax credit. ...see full details
Washington County

Spencer House - Beaverton

13665 Southwest Larch Place
Beaverton, OR - 97005
(503) 644-4496
Spencer House is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Spencer House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Washington County

Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Never. And there's no WiFi either. Or garbage disposals in kitchens.
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Holly Tree Village - Beaverton

5335 Southwest Murray Blvd
Beaverton, OR - 97005
(503) 644-2744
Holly Tree Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Holly Tree Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Washington County

See What Other Users Are Saying
Apartment Costs (user reports): 30% of income for rent; only heat source is baseboard electric, so high in winter. Lots of winter time drafts.
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): I wish. :-(
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crestview Court Apartments - Beaverton

4600 Southwest 141st Avenue
Beaverton, OR - 97005
(503) 941-5857
Crestview Court is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Crestview Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Washington County

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Beaverton, OR

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.