How many low income apartments are in Somerton, AZ?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Somerton with approximately 427 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Somerton?

Tenant-paid rents in Somerton's assisted buildings typically range from about $313 to $415 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 Somerton?

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 Somerton, AZ

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Somerton with roughly 427 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $313 to $415 per month. Median reported wait: about 15 months.

assisted properties

427

subsidized units

$364

typical rent

15 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Somerton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Somerton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Moctezuma Public Housing	159	$376	15 mo
Somerton Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Casa de Roman Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Valle Del Desierto §202 Senior	44	$313	—
Del Pueblo Apartments PB Section 8	40	$415	—
Tierra Del Cielo Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Amistad Apts of Somerton LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Somerton (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
Somerton Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Casa de Roman Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Del Pueblo Apartments PB Section 8	40	$415	—
Tierra Del Cielo Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Amistad Apts of Somerton LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Somerton

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Moctezuma Public Housing	159	$376	15 mo

How to apply for subsidized housing in Somerton

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.