Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I — Income-Restricted Housing in Tucson, AZ 85701
406 W Calle Posadas, Tucson, AZ 85701
200 units · 140 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing and Community Development Tucson
- Residents waited about 129 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (520) 791-4171Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing and Community Development Tucson. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (520) 791-4171.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 32 2 bedrooms · 168 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $588/mo
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Rents and income limits in 85701
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,530/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,200/yr
- Renters in 85701 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
Income limits (2026)
Tucson, AZ area · median family income $99,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,000 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 2 | $24,000 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,950 | $71,900 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,900 | $79,850 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,900 | $86,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,900 | $99,050 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $65,900 | $105,450 |
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 | 85701 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,070 | $978 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,190 | $1,092 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,405 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,120 | $1,946 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,410 | $2,211 |
Wider area = Tucson, AZ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,100 (85714) to $1,410 (85709).
Census figures for 85701 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,262. Median household income $51,794. 74% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 85701's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 85701Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I?
Apply through Housing and Community Development Tucson, which runs Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I. Call (520) 791-4171. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I Section 8 housing?
Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I 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 Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I?
Public records list 200 units at Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I in Tucson, AZ 85701. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 85701 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 Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I in Tucson, AZ 85701. 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 Tucson, AZ 85701?
Most income-restricted buildings in Tucson, AZ 85701 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 $34,950, and $49,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,900 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 Tucson, AZ 85701?
For many programs in Tucson, AZ 85701, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,950 a year for 1 person and $49,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,900 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 Tucson, AZ 85701?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Tucson, AZ 85701, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Tucson, AZ 85701 is $1,530 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 Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Tucson, AZ 85701 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Posadas Sentinel, Ph. I.
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.