Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Las Vegas, NM
There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Las Vegas with roughly 635 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $282 to $395 per month. Median reported wait: about 11 months.
Map of subsidized housing in Las Vegas
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Las Vegas
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Public Housing | 260 | $395 | 11 mo |
| Monte Vista Apartments PB Section 8 | 70 | $329 | — |
| Villa Las Vegas LIHTC | 60 | — | — |
| Gallinas Valley Apts LIHTC | 44 | — | — |
| Kristin Park Apts LIHTC | 44 | — | — |
| Casa Alegre Apts Phase I LIHTC | 42 | — | — |
| North Star Apts LIHTC | 40 | — | — |
| San Miguel Senior Apts LIHTC | 40 | — | — |
| Casa Alegre Apts Phase Ii LIHTC | 20 | — | — |
| Vista Gallinas Apartments §811 | 14 | $282 | — |
| Las Vegas 5 Replacements Public Housing | 1 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Las Vegas (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Apartments PB Section 8 | 70 | $329 | — |
Public housing developments in Las Vegas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Public Housing | 260 | $395 | 11 mo |
| Las Vegas 5 Replacements Public Housing | 1 | — | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Las Vegas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Las Vegas LIHTC | 60 | — | — |
| Gallinas Valley Apts LIHTC | 44 | — | — |
| Kristin Park Apts LIHTC | 44 | — | — |
| Casa Alegre Apts Phase I LIHTC | 42 | — | — |
| North Star Apts LIHTC | 40 | — | — |
| San Miguel Senior Apts LIHTC | 40 | — | — |
| Casa Alegre Apts Phase Ii LIHTC | 20 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: San Miguel County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for San Miguel County: studio $783, 1-BR $920, 2-BR $1,008, 3-BR $1,402, 4-BR $1,626.
Full FMR table for San Miguel County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Las Vegas
- 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
- Albuquerque, NM
- Santa Fe, NM
- Las Cruces, NM
- Gallup, NM
- Clovis, NM
- Rio Rancho, NM
- Hobbs, NM
- Roswell, NM
- Farmington, NM
- Carlsbad, NM
- Bernalillo, NM
- Deming, NM
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.