How many low income apartments are in Buhl, ID?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Buhl with approximately 140 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Buhl?

Tenant-paid rents in Buhl's assisted buildings typically range from about $428 to $446 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Buhl?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Buhl?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Twin Falls County: about $979/mo for one-bedroom and $1,284/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Buhl, ID

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Buhl with roughly 140 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $428 to $446 per month. Median reported wait: about 9 months.

assisted properties

140

subsidized units

$437

typical rent

9 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Buhl

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Buhl

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lincoln Courts Public Housing	40	$428	9 mo
Kacy Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Sawtooth Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Meadowbrook PB Section 8	20	$446	—
Meadowbrook - Buhl LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Buhl (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Kacy Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Sawtooth Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Meadowbrook PB Section 8	20	$446	—
Meadowbrook - Buhl LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—

Public housing developments in Buhl

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lincoln Courts Public Housing	40	$428	9 mo

Voucher rent limits: Twin Falls County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Twin Falls County: studio $885, 1-BR $979, 2-BR $1,284, 3-BR $1,786, 4-BR $2,154.

Full FMR table for Twin Falls County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Buhl

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.