How many low income apartments are in Florida, PR?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Florida with approximately 423 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Florida?

Tenant-paid rents in Florida's assisted buildings typically range from about $120 to $143 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 Florida?

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 Florida?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Florida Municipio: about $572/mo for one-bedroom and $663/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Florida, PR

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Florida with roughly 423 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $120 to $143 per month. Median reported wait: about 11 months.

assisted properties

423

subsidized units

$132

typical rent

11 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Florida

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Florida

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Villas de Florida PB Section 8	89	$143	—
Villas de Florida Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	86	$126	—
V&b Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	81	—	—
Quintas de Barceloneta Public Housing	76	$120	11 mo
Egida de La Florida LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Florida Garden Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	19	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Florida (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
Villas de Florida PB Section 8	89	$143	—
Villas de Florida Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	86	$126	—
V&b Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	81	—	—
Egida de La Florida LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Florida Garden Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	19	—	—

Public housing developments in Florida

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
Quintas de Barceloneta Public Housing	76	$120	11 mo

Voucher rent limits: Florida Municipio Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Florida Municipio: studio $559, 1-BR $572, 2-BR $663, 3-BR $868, 4-BR $1,046.

Full FMR table for Florida Municipio →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Florida

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.