How many low income apartments are in Gunnison, CO?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Gunnison with approximately 124 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Gunnison?

Tenant-paid rents in Gunnison's assisted buildings typically range from about $246 to $400 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 Gunnison?

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.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Gunnison, CO

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Gunnison with roughly 124 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 1 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $246 to $400 per month.

assisted properties

124

subsidized units

$323

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Gunnison

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Gunnison

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Palisades PB Section 8	59	$246	—
Garden Walk of Gunnison LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Mountain View Apartments PB Section 8	28	$400	—
Palisades Apartments PB Section 8	1	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Gunnison (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
Palisades PB Section 8	59	$246	—
Garden Walk of Gunnison LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Mountain View Apartments PB Section 8	28	$400	—
Palisades Apartments PB Section 8	1	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Gunnison

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.