How many low income apartments are in Payette, ID?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Payette with approximately 209 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Payette?

Tenant-paid rents in Payette's assisted buildings typically range from about $381 to $413 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 Payette?

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 Payette?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Payette County: about $816/mo for one-bedroom and $1,071/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Payette, ID

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Payette with roughly 209 assisted units — including 8 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 $381 to $413 per month.

assisted properties

209

subsidized units

$397

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Payette

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Payette

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Kenmare Trace LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Brent Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—
Louise Garden LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Brandon Bay LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Payette Townhouses LIHTCPB Section 8	27	$413	—
Payette Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8	24	$402	—
Payette Place Apartments PB Section 8	16	$385	—
Housing Southwest #2 PB Section 8	12	$381	—

Section 8 apartments in Payette (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
Kenmare Trace LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Brent Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—
Louise Garden LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Brandon Bay LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Payette Townhouses LIHTCPB Section 8	27	$413	—
Payette Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8	24	$402	—
Payette Place Apartments PB Section 8	16	$385	—
Housing Southwest #2 PB Section 8	12	$381	—

Voucher rent limits: Payette County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Payette County: studio $811, 1-BR $816, 2-BR $1,071, 3-BR $1,490, 4-BR $1,797.

Full FMR table for Payette County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Payette

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.