Playa Azul — Income-Restricted Housing in Luquillo, PR 00773
Calle a-17 Edificio 100, Luquillo, PR 00773
34 units · 2–3 BR
Leasing office: (787) 889-3472Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (787) 889-3472 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
- 1980
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 18 2 bedrooms · 16 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 85/100 (Jul 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 00773
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $730/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $29,200/yr
- Renters in 00773 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Fajardo, PR area · median family income $30,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12,250 | $12,250 | $19,600 |
| 2 | $14,000 | $14,000 | $22,400 |
| 3 | $15,750 | $15,750 | $25,200 |
| 4 | $17,500 | $17,500 | $28,000 |
| 5 | $18,900 | $18,900 | $30,250 |
| 6 | $20,300 | $20,300 | $32,500 |
| 7 | $21,700 | $21,700 | $34,750 |
| 8 | $23,100 | $23,100 | $37,000 |
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. Here HUD sets the extremely low limit equal to the very low limit, because of how it is calculated for low-income areas.
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 | 00773 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $570 | $495 |
| 1 bedroom | $570 | $498 |
| 2 bedrooms | $730 | $639 |
| 3 bedrooms | $890 | $782 |
| 4 bedrooms | $960 | $843 |
Wider area = Fajardo, PR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $600 (00735) to $650 (00745).
Census figures for 00773 (2020–2024 average): median rent $504. Median household income $24,225. 31% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 28% 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 00773's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 00773Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Playa Azul?
Call (787) 889-3472 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Playa Azul in Luquillo, PR 00773. These records do not show openings.
Is Playa Azul Section 8 housing?
Playa Azul 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 Playa Azul?
Public records list 34 units at Playa Azul in Luquillo, PR 00773. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Playa Azul?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 00773 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 Playa Azul?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Playa Azul in Luquillo, PR 00773. 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 Luquillo, PR 00773?
Most income-restricted buildings in Luquillo, PR 00773 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 $12,250, and $17,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($19,600 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 Luquillo, PR 00773?
For many programs in Luquillo, PR 00773, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $12,250 a year for 1 person and $17,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $19,600 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 Luquillo, PR 00773?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Luquillo, PR 00773, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Luquillo, PR 00773 is $730 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 Playa Azul take Section 8 vouchers?
Playa Azul 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.