Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Tacoma, WA
81 affordable buildings in Tacoma · 13 ZIP codes
Tacoma, WA has 81 income-restricted buildings across 13 ZIP codes: 67 tax credit, 2 public housing, 23 Section 8, and 27 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Tacoma
The 40 highest-ranked of 81 buildings. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Redwood Juniper Apartments
3015 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407
215 units · 210 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Mercy Rosa Franklin Place
802 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
60 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pine Tree Harbor Apartments
2501 S G St Bldg B, Tacoma, WA 98405
60 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
International Place Apartments
1701 E 44th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
55 units · 54 income-restricted · 1 BR
Salishan Gardens
4401 E R St, Tacoma, WA 98404
55 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Sunrise Court Apartments
110 140th St S, Parkland, WA 98444
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hillside Terrace 1500 Block
1512 Court F, Tacoma, WA 98405
4 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Apply through HA City of Tacoma
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Scattered Sites
120 E Bismark St, Tacoma, WA 98404
1 unit
- Apply through HA City of Tacoma
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Shag Affordable Senior Living Communities
203 South G Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
431 units · 423 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Woodmark Apartments
2425 South 96th St, Tacoma, WA 98444
288 units · 286 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
McKinley Terrace Properties Redevelopment
Multiple, Per Site, Multiple, Per Site, WA 98404
233 units · 229 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Hidden Hills
3213 - 72nd Avenue Court West, University Place, WA 98466
216 units · 211 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Salishan Seven
1724 East 44th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
181 units · 179 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Harbor View Manor
919 South Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
169 units · 159 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Mason Avenue Apartments
3808 S. Mason Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98409
105 units · 103 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Salishan One
1742 East 38th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
90 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in Tacoma match this filter.
Programs in Tacoma
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Tacoma
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in Tacoma is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- HA City of TacomaCall (253) 448-2744
Rents and income limits in 98405
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,870/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,800/yr
- Renters in 98405 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 59%
Income limits (2026)
Tacoma, WA area · median family income $127,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,750 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 2 | $30,600 | $50,950 | $81,500 |
| 3 | $34,400 | $57,300 | $91,700 |
| 4 | $38,200 | $63,650 | $101,850 |
| 5 | $41,300 | $68,750 | $110,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $73,850 | $118,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $78,950 | $126,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $84,050 | $134,450 |
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 | 98405 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,350 | $1,491 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,520 | $1,682 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,870 | $2,064 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,580 | $2,849 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,920 | $3,219 |
Wider area = Tacoma, WA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,780 (98403) to $2,180 (98407).
Census figures for 98405 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,551. Median household income $75,946. 51% of homes are rented. 59% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 98405's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 98405Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Tacoma, WA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Tacoma, WA, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Tacoma, WA have openings?
These lists for Tacoma, WA don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Tacoma, WA?
Use the phone number on each building card in Tacoma, WA. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Tacoma, WA?
In Tacoma, WA, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Tacoma, WA?
This directory lists 81 income-restricted buildings in Tacoma, WA. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Tacoma have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Tacoma are listed in 98405 (29), 98402 (13), 98404 (8), 98409 (6), 98444 (6), 98466 (4), 98406 (3), 98407 (3), 98445 (3), 98403 (2), 98408 (2), 98424 (1). The 12 ZIP codes with the most buildings are listed here; see the ZIP list on this page for the rest.
Where do I apply for public housing in Tacoma?
Public housing in Tacoma is run by HA City of Tacoma. Apply with that agency, not at the building. For project-based Section 8 and tax-credit apartments, call the phone number on the building card.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Tacoma, WA?
Most income-restricted buildings in Tacoma, WA 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 $44,600, and $63,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($71,300 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 Tacoma, WA?
For many programs in Tacoma, WA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $44,600 a year for 1 person and $63,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $71,300 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Tacoma, WA?
There is no single waiting list for Tacoma, WA. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Tacoma, WA?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Tacoma, WA. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Tacoma, WA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Tacoma, WA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Tacoma, WA is $1,870 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Tacoma, WA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Tacoma, WA. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Tacoma, WA?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Tacoma, WA. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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.
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