Holgate House LIHTCPublic Housing Portland, OR
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Holgate House is a Public Housing community in Portland, OR with 80 units reporting 90% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $339/month on average.
80
total units
90%
occupancy
$339
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 4601 SE 39th Ave, Portland, OR 97202 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,412/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,477/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 7% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 93% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 96% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Holgate House
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 4601 SE 39th Ave, Portland; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$339/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 72foster LIHTCPB Section 8 | Portland | 2.5 km |
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| Commons, the LIHTCPB Section 8 | Portland | 4.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Holgate House have?
Public Housing; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Holgate House?
Residents report average rents near $339/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Holgate House?
Contact the management office at 4601 SE 39th Ave in Portland. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.