How many low income apartments are in Port Townsend, WA?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Port Townsend with approximately 326 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Port Townsend?

Tenant-paid rents in Port Townsend's assisted buildings typically range from about $337 to $373 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 Port Townsend?

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 Townsend?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jefferson County: about $1,165/mo for one-bedroom and $1,367/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Port Townsend, WA

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Port Townsend with roughly 326 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $337 to $373 per month.

assisted properties

326

subsidized units

$355

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Port Townsend

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Port Townsend

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Laurel Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
San Juan Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Discovery View LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Claridge Court Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Marine Plaza Apartments PB Section 8	40	$337	—
Admiralty Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	38	$373	—
Nor'west Village LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Hancock Street Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Port Townsend (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
Laurel Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
San Juan Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Discovery View LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Claridge Court Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Marine Plaza Apartments PB Section 8	40	$337	—
Admiralty Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	38	$373	—
Nor'west Village LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Hancock Street Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

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 $1,119, 1-BR $1,165, 2-BR $1,367, 3-BR $1,901, 4-BR $2,293.

Full FMR table for Jefferson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Port Townsend

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.