How many low income apartments are in Lacey, WA?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Lacey with approximately 840 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Lacey?

Tenant-paid rents in Lacey's assisted buildings typically range from about $390 to $525 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 Lacey?

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 Lacey?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Thurston County: about $1,682/mo for one-bedroom and $1,960/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Lacey, WA

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lacey with roughly 840 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $390 to $525 per month.

assisted properties

840

subsidized units

$458

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Lacey

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lacey

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Reserve at Lacey LIHTC	241	—	—
Copper Wood Apartments LIHTC	228	—	—
College Glen LIHTCPB Section 8	164	—	—
Forest Grove Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	116	—	—
South Sound Villa Apartments PB Section 8	70	$390	—
Magnolia Villa LIHTCPB Section 8	21	$525	—

Section 8 apartments in Lacey (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
College Glen LIHTCPB Section 8	164	—	—
Forest Grove Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	116	—	—
South Sound Villa Apartments PB Section 8	70	$390	—
Magnolia Villa LIHTCPB Section 8	21	$525	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Lacey

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
Reserve at Lacey LIHTC	241	—	—
Copper Wood Apartments LIHTC	228	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Thurston County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Thurston County: studio $1,538, 1-BR $1,682, 2-BR $1,960, 3-BR $2,613, 4-BR $3,288.

Full FMR table for Thurston County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Lacey

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.