How many low income apartments are in Port St Lucie, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Port St Lucie with approximately 1,294 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Port St Lucie?

Most assisted households in Port St Lucie pay roughly 30% of adjusted income toward rent under federal programs.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Port St Lucie?

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 Port St Lucie?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for St. Lucie County: about $1,467/mo for one-bedroom and $1,757/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Port St Lucie, FL

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Port St Lucie with roughly 1,294 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data.

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Map of subsidized housing in Port St Lucie

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Port St Lucie

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sanctuary at Winterlakes LIHTC	284	—	—
Peacock Run LIHTC	264	—	—
Tiffany Club Apts LIHTC	188	—	—
St Andrews Pointe LIHTC	184	—	—
Cove at St Lucie LIHTC	144	—	—
Hillmoor Townhomes LIHTC	120	—	—
Hillmoor Townhomes Phase Ii LIHTC	110	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Port St Lucie

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
Sanctuary at Winterlakes LIHTC	284	—	—
Peacock Run LIHTC	264	—	—
Tiffany Club Apts LIHTC	188	—	—
St Andrews Pointe LIHTC	184	—	—
Cove at St Lucie LIHTC	144	—	—
Hillmoor Townhomes LIHTC	120	—	—
Hillmoor Townhomes Phase Ii LIHTC	110	—	—

Voucher rent limits: St. Lucie County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for St. Lucie County: studio $1,455, 1-BR $1,467, 2-BR $1,757, 3-BR $2,421, 4-BR $2,579.

Full FMR table for St. Lucie County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Port St Lucie

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.