How many low income apartments are in Madras, OR?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Madras with approximately 319 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Madras?

Tenant-paid rents in Madras's assisted buildings typically range from about $444 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 Madras?

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 Madras?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jefferson County: about $945/mo for one-bedroom and $1,229/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Madras, OR

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Madras with roughly 319 assisted units — including 9 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $444 to $525 per month.

assisted properties

319

subsidized units

$485

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Madras

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Madras

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Crooked River Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	94	—	—
Riverside Apartments + Chennai Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	65	—	—
Willow Creek Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Madison Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Madras Family Housing Ctr Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Madras Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	23	—	—
Canyon Villa Estates PB Section 8	19	$525	—
Golden Age Manor Ii PB Section 8	16	$444	—
Golden Age Manor I PB Section 8	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Madras (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
Crooked River Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	94	—	—
Riverside Apartments + Chennai Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	65	—	—
Willow Creek Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Madison Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Madras Family Housing Ctr Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Madras Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	23	—	—
Canyon Villa Estates PB Section 8	19	$525	—
Golden Age Manor Ii PB Section 8	16	$444	—
Golden Age Manor I PB Section 8	8	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Jefferson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Jefferson County: studio $939, 1-BR $945, 2-BR $1,229, 3-BR $1,709, 4-BR $1,867.

Full FMR table for Jefferson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Madras

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.