How many low income apartments are in Truth Or Consequences, NM?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Truth Or Consequences with approximately 258 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Truth Or Consequences?

Tenant-paid rents in Truth Or Consequences's assisted buildings typically range from about $312 to $335 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 Truth Or Consequences?

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 Truth Or Consequences?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Sierra County: about $765/mo for one-bedroom and $1,004/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Truth Or Consequences, NM

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Truth Or Consequences with roughly 258 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $312 to $335 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

258

subsidized units

$324

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Truth Or Consequences

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Truth Or Consequences

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Villa Del Sol Public Housing	100	$316	7 mo
Casa Del Rio I PB Section 8	53	$335	—
Rio Abajo Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
Tradewinds Carriage Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	$312	—
Casa Del Rio Ii PB Section 8	31	$318	—

Section 8 apartments in Truth Or Consequences (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
Casa Del Rio I PB Section 8	53	$335	—
Tradewinds Carriage Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	$312	—
Casa Del Rio Ii PB Section 8	31	$318	—

Public housing developments in Truth Or Consequences

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
Villa Del Sol Public Housing	100	$316	7 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Truth Or Consequences

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
Rio Abajo Apts LIHTC	42	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Sierra County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Sierra County: studio $692, 1-BR $765, 2-BR $1,004, 3-BR $1,396, 4-BR $1,619.

Full FMR table for Sierra County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Truth Or Consequences

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.