Spenard East Phase I — Income-Restricted Housing in Anchorage, AK 99503
1285 Chugach Way, Anchorage, AK 99503
29 units · Studio
Leasing office: (907) 793-3000Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (907) 793-3000 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2021
- Bedrooms
- 5 Studio
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Rents and income limits in 99503
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,750/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,000/yr
- Renters in 99503 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Bethel Census Area, AK area · median family income $83,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,750 | $39,550 | $63,300 |
| 2 | $27,150 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 3 | $34,150 | $50,850 | $81,400 |
| 4 | $41,250 | $56,500 | $90,400 |
| 5 | $48,350 | $61,050 | $97,650 |
| 6 | $55,450 | $65,550 | $104,900 |
| 7 | $62,550 | $70,100 | $112,100 |
| 8 | $69,650 | $74,600 | $119,350 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 99503 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,520 | $1,738 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,550 | $1,811 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,971 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,100 | $2,348 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,470 | $2,590 |
Wider area = Bethel Census Area, AK.
Census figures for 99503 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,192. Median household income $76,144. 68% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 19% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 99503's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 99503Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Spenard East Phase I?
Call (907) 793-3000 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Spenard East Phase I in Anchorage, AK 99503. These records do not show openings.
Is Spenard East Phase I Section 8 housing?
Spenard East Phase I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Spenard East Phase I?
Public records list 29 units at Spenard East Phase I in Anchorage, AK 99503. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Spenard East Phase I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 99503 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Spenard East Phase I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Spenard East Phase I in Anchorage, AK 99503. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Anchorage, AK 99503?
Most income-restricted buildings in Anchorage, AK 99503 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $39,550, and $56,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,300 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Anchorage, AK 99503?
For many programs in Anchorage, AK 99503, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,550 a year for 1 person and $56,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,300 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Anchorage, AK 99503?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Anchorage, AK 99503, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Anchorage, AK 99503 is $1,750 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Spenard East Phase I take Section 8 vouchers?
Spenard East Phase I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.