Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Socorro, NM
There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Socorro with roughly 236 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 9 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $336 to $351 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Socorro
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Socorro
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa San Jose PB Section 8 | 150 | $351 | — |
| Socorro Village PB Section 8 | 40 | $336 | — |
| Socorro Properties LIHTC | 32 | — | — |
| Granada Iic LIHTC | 4 | — | — |
| Reservoir & Grant LIHTC | 3 | — | — |
| Neal & 6th LIHTC | 2 | — | — |
| Granada Iia LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Granada Iib LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Luis Lopez Ii LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Neal & 6th LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Neal & 6th LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Socorro (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa San Jose PB Section 8 | 150 | $351 | — |
| Socorro Village PB Section 8 | 40 | $336 | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Socorro
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socorro Properties LIHTC | 32 | — | — |
| Granada Iic LIHTC | 4 | — | — |
| Reservoir & Grant LIHTC | 3 | — | — |
| Neal & 6th LIHTC | 2 | — | — |
| Granada Iia LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Granada Iib LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Luis Lopez Ii LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Neal & 6th LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Neal & 6th LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: Socorro County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Socorro County: studio $723, 1-BR $888, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,353, 4-BR $1,569.
Full FMR table for Socorro County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Socorro
- 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
- Albuquerque, NM
- Santa Fe, NM
- Las Cruces, NM
- Gallup, NM
- Clovis, NM
- Rio Rancho, NM
- Hobbs, NM
- Roswell, NM
- Las Vegas, NM
- Farmington, NM
- Carlsbad, NM
- Bernalillo, NM
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.