How many low income apartments are in Scottsdale, AZ?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Scottsdale with approximately 474 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Scottsdale?

Tenant-paid rents in Scottsdale's assisted buildings typically range from about $257 to $411 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 Scottsdale?

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.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Scottsdale, AZ

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Scottsdale with roughly 474 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $257 to $411 per month.

assisted properties

474

subsidized units

$334

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Scottsdale

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Scottsdale

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Scottsdale New Ventura Apts LIHTC	135	—	—
Hacienda de Los Arcos PB Section 8	101	$381	—
Arizona Retirement Home of Scottsdale LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Arizona Retirement Homes Ii §202 Senior	47	$411	—
Az Retirement Home of Scottsdale PB Section 8	47	$379	—
Good Shepherd Homes of Az - East PB Section 8	37	$257	—
Canalside Homes I LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Canalside Homes Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Scottsdale (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
Hacienda de Los Arcos PB Section 8	101	$381	—
Arizona Retirement Home of Scottsdale LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Az Retirement Home of Scottsdale PB Section 8	47	$379	—
Good Shepherd Homes of Az - East PB Section 8	37	$257	—
Canalside Homes I LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Canalside Homes Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Scottsdale

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
Scottsdale New Ventura Apts LIHTC	135	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Scottsdale

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.