How many low income apartments are in Cape Coral, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Cape Coral with approximately 266 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Cape Coral?

Tenant-paid rents in Cape Coral's assisted buildings typically range from about $325 to $435 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 Cape Coral?

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 Cape Coral?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Lee County: about $1,638/mo for one-bedroom and $1,961/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Cape Coral, FL

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Cape Coral with roughly 266 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $325 to $435 per month.

assisted properties

266

subsidized units

$380

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Cape Coral

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Cape Coral

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Crossings at Cape Coral LIHTC	168	—	—
Coral Village LIHTC	64	—	—
Laurel Oaks §811	12	$344	—
Santa Barbara Village §811	12	$325	—
Coronado Place §811	10	$435	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Cape Coral

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Crossings at Cape Coral LIHTC	168	—	—
Coral Village LIHTC	64	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Lee County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Lee County: studio $1,629, 1-BR $1,638, 2-BR $1,961, 3-BR $2,560, 4-BR $2,836.

Full FMR table for Lee County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Cape Coral

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.