Polaris at Rainier Beach LIHTC Seattle, WA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Polaris at Rainier Beach is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Seattle, WA with 306 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 9400 Rainier Avenue S., Seattle, WA 98118 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 303 |
| Placed in service | 2022 |
| Affordability term | 37 years |
How to apply at Polaris at Rainier Beach
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 9400 Rainier Avenue S., Seattle; 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.
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- High Rise Phase 3 Limited Partnership Public Housing
- Scattered Sites Public Housing
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Washington Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Seattle | 0.8 km |
| Lake Washington Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Seattle | 0.8 km |
| Elizabeth Thomas Homes LIHTC | Seattle | 0.8 km |
| Flourish on Rainier LIHTC | Seattle | 1.1 km |
| Ethiopian Village LIHTC | Seattle | 1.1 km |
| Rose Street Apartments LIHTC | Seattle | 1.1 km |
| Rose Street Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Seattle | 1.1 km |
| Sshp South Public Housing | Seattle | 2.2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Polaris at Rainier Beach have?
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 Polaris at Rainier Beach?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Polaris at Rainier Beach?
Contact the management office at 9400 Rainier Avenue S. in Seattle. 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.