How many low income apartments are in Sunland Park, NM?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Sunland Park with approximately 234 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sunland Park?

Tenant-paid rents in Sunland Park's assisted buildings typically range from about $293 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 Sunland Park?

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 Sunland Park?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for DoÃ±a Ana County: about $951/mo for one-bedroom and $1,042/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sunland Park, NM

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sunland Park with roughly 234 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $293 to $415 per month. Median reported wait: about 142 months.

assisted properties

234

subsidized units

$354

typical rent

142 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Sunland Park

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sunland Park

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Playa Apts Phase Ii LIHTC	44	—	—
Vista Del Rey Apt LIHTC	41	—	—
City of Sunland Park Housing Authority Public Housing	40	$415	142 mo
Playa Apts Phase I LIHTC	36	—	—
Villa Del Sol Senior Housing §202 Senior	30	$293	—
Meadow Vista Homes LIHTC	27	—	—
Meadow Vista Apts Ii LIHTC	16	—	—

Public housing developments in Sunland Park

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
City of Sunland Park Housing Authority Public Housing	40	$415	142 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Sunland Park

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
Playa Apts Phase Ii LIHTC	44	—	—
Vista Del Rey Apt LIHTC	41	—	—
Playa Apts Phase I LIHTC	36	—	—
Meadow Vista Homes LIHTC	27	—	—
Meadow Vista Apts Ii LIHTC	16	—	—

Voucher rent limits: DoÃ±a Ana County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for DoÃ±a Ana County: studio $744, 1-BR $951, 2-BR $1,042, 3-BR $1,449, 4-BR $1,580.

Full FMR table for DoÃ±a Ana County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sunland Park

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.