How many low income apartments are in Whitefish, MT?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Whitefish with approximately 229 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Whitefish?

Tenant-paid rents in Whitefish's assisted buildings typically range from about $419 to $433 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 Whitefish?

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 Whitefish?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Flathead County: about $1,289/mo for one-bedroom and $1,691/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Whitefish, MT

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Whitefish with roughly 229 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $419 to $433 per month. Median reported wait: about 14 months.

assisted properties

229

subsidized units

$426

typical rent

14 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Whitefish

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Whitefish

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mountain View Manor Public Housing	50	$433	14 mo
Stonecreek Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Alpenglow Apartments LIHTC	38	—	—
Mountain Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Whitefish Manor PB Section 8	30	$419	—
Mountain Apartments Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	15	—	—
Mountain Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	15	—	—
Hailey Apartments Whitefish LIHTCPB Section 8	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Whitefish (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
Stonecreek Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Mountain Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Whitefish Manor PB Section 8	30	$419	—
Mountain Apartments Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	15	—	—
Mountain Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	15	—	—
Hailey Apartments Whitefish LIHTCPB Section 8	10	—	—

Public housing developments in Whitefish

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
Mountain View Manor Public Housing	50	$433	14 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Whitefish

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
Alpenglow Apartments LIHTC	38	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Flathead County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Flathead County: studio $1,267, 1-BR $1,289, 2-BR $1,691, 3-BR $2,224, 4-BR $2,837.

Full FMR table for Flathead County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Whitefish

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.