Cottonwood I — Income-Restricted Housing in Hermiston, OR 97838
610 SE 6th ST, Hermiston, OR 97838
22 units · 3 BR
Leasing office: (503) 682-7788Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (503) 682-7788 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
- 1978
- Bedrooms
- 22 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 79/100 (Dec 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Golden Manor
980 W Hermiston Ave Apt B1, Hermiston, OR 97838
0.7 mi away
118 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Umatilla
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Courtyard Apts
140 SW Ninth St, Hermiston, OR 97838
1.1 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fountain Court
894 W Orchard Ave, Hermiston, OR 97838
1.1 mi away
10 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Buttercreek Apts
400 SW 11th St, Hermiston, OR 97838
1.4 mi away
86 units · 85 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Rents and income limits in 97838
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,210/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,400/yr
- Renters in 97838 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Umatilla County, OR area · median family income $78,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,450 | $53,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,800 | $66,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,150 | $72,300 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,500 | $77,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,850 | $83,000 |
| 8 | $55,200 | $55,200 | $88,350 |
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 | 97838 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $788 |
| 1 bedroom | $920 | $865 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,131 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,680 | $1,566 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,873 |
Wider area = Umatilla County, OR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (97844) to $1,410 (99346).
Census figures for 97838 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,107. Median household income $69,599. 29% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% 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 97838's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 97838Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Cottonwood I?
Call (503) 682-7788 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Cottonwood I in Hermiston, OR 97838. These records do not show openings.
Is Cottonwood I Section 8 housing?
Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood I?
Public records list 22 units at Cottonwood I in Hermiston, OR 97838. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Cottonwood I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 97838 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 Cottonwood I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Cottonwood I in Hermiston, OR 97838. 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 Hermiston, OR 97838?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hermiston, OR 97838 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 $29,300, and $41,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,850 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 Hermiston, OR 97838?
For many programs in Hermiston, OR 97838, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,300 a year for 1 person and $41,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,850 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 Hermiston, OR 97838?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hermiston, OR 97838, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hermiston, OR 97838 is $1,210 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 Cottonwood I take Section 8 vouchers?
Cottonwood 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; 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.