How many low income apartments are in Kelso, WA?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Kelso with approximately 309 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Kelso?

Tenant-paid rents in Kelso's assisted buildings typically range from about $486 to $486 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 Kelso?

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 Kelso?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Cowlitz County: about $1,199/mo for one-bedroom and $1,451/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Kelso, WA

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Kelso with roughly 309 assisted units — including 2 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 $486 to $486 per month. Median reported wait: about 25 months.

assisted properties

309

subsidized units

$486

typical rent

25 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Kelso

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Kelso

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Country Run Apartments LIHTC	148	—	—
Cowlitz Villa Public Housing	116	$486	25 mo
Villa San Martin LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—
Cowlitz Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	19	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Kelso (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
Villa San Martin LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—
Cowlitz Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	19	—	—

Public housing developments in Kelso

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
Cowlitz Villa Public Housing	116	$486	25 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Kelso

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
Country Run Apartments LIHTC	148	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Cowlitz County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Cowlitz County: studio $1,000, 1-BR $1,199, 2-BR $1,451, 3-BR $2,018, 4-BR $2,434.

Full FMR table for Cowlitz County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Kelso

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.