How many low income apartments are in Lincoln City, OR?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Lincoln City with approximately 448 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Lincoln City?

Tenant-paid rents in Lincoln City's assisted buildings typically range from about $297 to $428 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 Lincoln City?

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 Lincoln City?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Lincoln County: about $1,128/mo for one-bedroom and $1,480/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Lincoln City, OR

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lincoln City with roughly 448 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $297 to $428 per month.

assisted properties

448

subsidized units

$363

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Lincoln City

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lincoln City

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
West Devil's Lake Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	50	$428	—
Surfwood Manor PB Section 8	48	$427	—
Wecoma Place LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Beacon Crest Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Sea Haven Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Spyglass Apts - Beaver State LIHTC	40	—	—
Lincoln Village - Oregon 1 LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
Jetty Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—
Lincoln Village PB Section 8	33	$297	—

Section 8 apartments in Lincoln City (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
Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
West Devil's Lake Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	50	$428	—
Surfwood Manor PB Section 8	48	$427	—
Wecoma Place LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Beacon Crest Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Lincoln Village - Oregon 1 LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
Jetty Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—
Lincoln Village PB Section 8	33	$297	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Lincoln City

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
Sea Haven Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Spyglass Apts - Beaver State LIHTC	40	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Lincoln County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Lincoln County: studio $1,121, 1-BR $1,128, 2-BR $1,480, 3-BR $2,043, 4-BR $2,483.

Full FMR table for Lincoln County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Lincoln City

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.