How many low income apartments are in Las Piedras, PR?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Las Piedras with approximately 615 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Las Piedras?

Tenant-paid rents in Las Piedras's assisted buildings typically range from about $124 to $204 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 Las Piedras?

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 Las Piedras?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Las Piedras 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 Las Piedras, PR

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Las Piedras with roughly 615 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $124 to $204 per month. Median reported wait: about 12 months.

assisted properties

615

subsidized units

$164

typical rent

12 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Las Piedras

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Las Piedras

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Las Piedras Elderly Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8	123	—	—
Paseo Samaritano LIHTCPB Section 8	120	—	—
Ext. Jardines de Judely Public Housing	102	$124	8 mo
La Ribera Public Housing	100	$137	15 mo
April Gardens Apts. PB Section 8	58	$204	—
April Gardens Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
April Gardens Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Bellas Piedras LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Las Piedras (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
Las Piedras Elderly Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8	123	—	—
Paseo Samaritano LIHTCPB Section 8	120	—	—
April Gardens Apts. PB Section 8	58	$204	—
April Gardens Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
April Gardens Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Bellas Piedras LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—

Public housing developments in Las Piedras

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
Ext. Jardines de Judely Public Housing	102	$124	8 mo
La Ribera Public Housing	100	$137	15 mo

Voucher rent limits: Las Piedras Municipio Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Las Piedras Municipio →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Las Piedras

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.