How many low income apartments are in Prineville, OR?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Prineville with approximately 213 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Prineville?

Tenant-paid rents in Prineville's assisted buildings typically range from about $382 to $382 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 Prineville?

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 Prineville?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Crook County: about $1,056/mo for one-bedroom and $1,385/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Prineville, OR

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Prineville with roughly 213 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $382 to $382 per month.

assisted properties

213

subsidized units

$382

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Prineville

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Prineville

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Barnes Butte Vista LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Ridgeview Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Riverside Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Ochoco School Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	29	—	—
Ochoco Manor PB Section 8	28	$382	—
Ironhorse Lodge LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—
Iron Horse Lodge PB Section 8	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Prineville (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
Barnes Butte Vista LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Ridgeview Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Riverside Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Ochoco School Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	29	—	—
Ochoco Manor PB Section 8	28	$382	—
Ironhorse Lodge LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—
Iron Horse Lodge PB Section 8	6	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Crook County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Crook County: studio $1,049, 1-BR $1,056, 2-BR $1,385, 3-BR $1,926, 4-BR $2,323.

Full FMR table for Crook County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Prineville

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.