How many low income apartments are in Yauco, PR?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Yauco with approximately 695 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Yauco?

Tenant-paid rents in Yauco's assisted buildings typically range from about $105 to $189 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 Yauco?

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 Yauco?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Yauco Municipio: about $443/mo for one-bedroom and $486/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Yauco, PR

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Yauco with roughly 695 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $105 to $189 per month. Median reported wait: about 13 months.

assisted properties

695

subsidized units

$147

typical rent

13 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Yauco

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Yauco

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Santa Catalina Public Housing	209	$112	13 mo
Yauco Elderly Estancia Dorada LIHTCPB Section 8	136	—	—
Montblanc Gardens PB Section 8	128	$189	—
Montblanc Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	128	—	—
Villas Del Cafetal Public Housing	79	$142	7 mo
Santa Catalina Public Housing	15	$105	20 mo

Section 8 apartments in Yauco (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
Yauco Elderly Estancia Dorada LIHTCPB Section 8	136	—	—
Montblanc Gardens PB Section 8	128	$189	—
Montblanc Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	128	—	—

Public housing developments in Yauco

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
Santa Catalina Public Housing	209	$112	13 mo
Villas Del Cafetal Public Housing	79	$142	7 mo
Santa Catalina Public Housing	15	$105	20 mo

Voucher rent limits: Yauco Municipio Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Yauco Municipio: studio $423, 1-BR $443, 2-BR $486, 3-BR $664, 4-BR $673.

Full FMR table for Yauco Municipio →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Yauco

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.