How many low income apartments are in Carlsbad, NM?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Carlsbad with approximately 484 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Carlsbad?

Tenant-paid rents in Carlsbad's assisted buildings typically range from about $314 to $386 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 Carlsbad?

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 Carlsbad?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Eddy County: about $1,084/mo for one-bedroom and $1,188/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Carlsbad, NM

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Carlsbad with roughly 484 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $314 to $386 per month.

assisted properties

484

subsidized units

$350

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Carlsbad

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Carlsbad

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mission La Posada Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Colonial Hillcrest LIHTC	75	—	—
Colina Vista Apartments Aka Colonia PB Section 8	74	$324	—
Mesa Grande LIHTC	72	—	—
Mission Apartments PB Section 8	68	$314	—
Villa San Jose PB Section 8	60	$363	—
Carlsbad Senior Community §202 Senior	23	$386	—
Northgate Plaza LIHTC	20	—	—
La Posada PB Section 8	12	$373	—

Section 8 apartments in Carlsbad (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
Mission La Posada Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Colina Vista Apartments Aka Colonia PB Section 8	74	$324	—
Mission Apartments PB Section 8	68	$314	—
Villa San Jose PB Section 8	60	$363	—
La Posada PB Section 8	12	$373	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Carlsbad

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
Colonial Hillcrest LIHTC	75	—	—
Mesa Grande LIHTC	72	—	—
Northgate Plaza LIHTC	20	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Eddy County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Eddy County: studio $1,035, 1-BR $1,084, 2-BR $1,188, 3-BR $1,619, 4-BR $1,625.

Full FMR table for Eddy County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Carlsbad

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.