Scattered Sites AZ1-40 — Income-Restricted Housing in Phoenix, AZ 85041
309 W Desert Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85041
66 units · 3 BR
- Apply through City of Phoenix Housing Department
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (602) 262-6794Directions
How to apply
- Apply through City of Phoenix Housing Department. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (602) 262-6794.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 66 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $1,483/mo
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 85041
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,790/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $71,600/yr
- Renters in 85041 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area · median family income $112,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,600 | $39,350 | $62,950 |
| 2 | $27,000 | $45,000 | $71,950 |
| 3 | $30,350 | $50,600 | $80,950 |
| 4 | $33,700 | $56,200 | $89,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $60,700 | $97,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $65,200 | $104,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $69,700 | $111,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $74,200 | $118,700 |
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 | 85041 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,440 | $1,390 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,540 | $1,493 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,790 | $1,734 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,360 | $2,287 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,620 | $2,537 |
Wider area = Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,380 (85009) to $2,600 (85045).
Census figures for 85041 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,739. Median household income $75,301. 28% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 85041's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 85041Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Scattered Sites AZ1-40?
Apply through City of Phoenix Housing Department, which runs Scattered Sites AZ1-40. Call (602) 262-6794. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Scattered Sites AZ1-40 Section 8 housing?
Scattered Sites AZ1-40 is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Scattered Sites AZ1-40?
Public records list 66 units at Scattered Sites AZ1-40 in Phoenix, AZ 85041. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Scattered Sites AZ1-40?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 85041 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 Scattered Sites AZ1-40?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Scattered Sites AZ1-40 in Phoenix, AZ 85041. 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 Phoenix, AZ 85041?
Most income-restricted buildings in Phoenix, AZ 85041 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 $39,350, and $56,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($62,950 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 Phoenix, AZ 85041?
For many programs in Phoenix, AZ 85041, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,350 a year for 1 person and $56,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $62,950 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 Phoenix, AZ 85041?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Phoenix, AZ 85041, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Phoenix, AZ 85041 is $1,790 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 Scattered Sites AZ1-40 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Scattered Sites AZ1-40 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Phoenix, AZ 85041 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Scattered Sites AZ1-40.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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.