Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Vega Baja, PR 00693
4 affordable buildings in 00693 · 23 more within 10 mi
Vega Baja, PR 00693 has 4 income-restricted buildings: 3 public housing and 1 Section 8. 23 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 00693
Enrique Catoni
30 Res Enrique Catoni Apt 65, Vega Baja, PR 00693
148 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Alturas De Vega Baja
Vega Baja, PR 00693
6 units
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
Alturas De Vega Baja
Vega Baja, PR 00693
3 units
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
No buildings in 00693 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
El Batey
550 Carr 2 Apt A1, Vega Alta, PR 00692
4.2 mi away
91 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Alturas De Monte Verde Apts-Rh
Pr-678 Km. 4.9 / Espinosa Ward, Vega Alta, PR 00692
4.4 mi away
60 units
Brisas De Campo Alegre
100 Brisas Cmpo Algre Apt 1, Manati, PR 00674
4.5 mi away
149 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Francisco Vega Sanchez
2 Carr 676 Apt 65, Vega Alta, PR 00692
4.8 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
Vivameri Apartments
1 Calle 16 Apt 101, Manati, PR 00674
5.1 mi away
142 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Villa Evangelina IV
100 Res Vla Evangelina Apt A1, Manati, PR 00674
5.1 mi away
54 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Brisas De Arroyo
State Road 3, Arroyo, PR 00674
5.3 mi away
105 units · 1–4+ BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Armando Sanchez Housing for the Elderly
125 Felix Cordova Davila St, Manati], PR 00674
5.5 mi away
55 units · 1 BR
Las Violetas
8 Res Las Violetas Apt 55, Vega Alta, PR 00692
5.6 mi away
88 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Enrique Zorrilla
100 Res Zorrilla Apt 93, Manati, PR 00674
5.9 mi away
280 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Los Murales
7 Res Los Murales Apt 139, Manati, PR 00674
5.9 mi away
214 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Vistas De Atenas
500 Carr 2 Apt A01, Manati, PR 00674
5.9 mi away
76 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
Tomas Sorolla
7 Res Tm Sorolla Apt 52, Morovis, PR 00687
7.6 mi away
74 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 00693
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $630/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $25,200/yr
- Renters in 00693 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
San Juan-Guaynabo, PR area · median family income $41,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14,500 | $14,500 | $23,200 |
| 2 | $16,600 | $16,600 | $26,500 |
| 3 | $18,650 | $18,650 | $29,800 |
| 4 | $20,700 | $20,700 | $33,100 |
| 5 | $22,400 | $22,400 | $35,750 |
| 6 | $24,050 | $24,050 | $38,400 |
| 7 | $25,700 | $25,700 | $41,050 |
| 8 | $27,350 | $27,350 | $43,700 |
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. 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 | 00693 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $530 | $592 |
| 1 bedroom | $540 | $604 |
| 2 bedrooms | $630 | $706 |
| 3 bedrooms | $820 | $920 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,000 | $1,117 |
Wider area = San Juan-Guaynabo, PR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $600 (00674) to $750 (00951).
Census figures for 00693 (2020–2024 average): median rent $651. Median household income $24,596. 25% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% 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 00693's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 00693Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Vega Baja, PR 00693?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Vega Baja, PR 00693, 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693 have openings?
These lists for Vega Baja, PR 00693 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
Use the phone number on each building card in Vega Baja, PR 00693. 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
In Vega Baja, PR 00693, 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 ZIP 00693?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Vega Baja, PR 00693. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 00693?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Vega Baja, PR 00693 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Vega Baja, PR 00693?
Most income-restricted buildings in Vega Baja, PR 00693 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 $14,500, and $20,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($23,200 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
For many programs in Vega Baja, PR 00693, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $14,500 a year for 1 person and $20,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $23,200 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
There is no single waiting list for Vega Baja, PR 00693. 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
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 in Vega Baja, PR 00693. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Vega Baja, PR 00693?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Vega Baja, PR 00693, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Vega Baja, PR 00693 is $630 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Vega Baja, PR 00693. 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 Vega Baja, PR 00693?
This page may still list buildings in Vega Baja, PR 00693 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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