Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cayey, PR 00736
7 affordable buildings in 00736 · 33 more within 10 mi
Cayey, PR 00736 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 5 public housing, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 33 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 00736
Luis Munoz Morales
105 Ave F Garcia Apt 99, Cayey, PR 00736
278 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Jardines De Montellano
3001 Ave A R Barcelo, Cayey, PR 00736
250 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 26 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Brisas De Cayey
430 Ave De Diego W Apt 115, Cayey, PR 00736
210 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Villas De Johnny Toledo
Cayey, PR 00736
54 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Alturas De Montellano
2001 Ave A R Barcelo Apt 19, Cayey, PR 00736
7 units
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
No buildings in 00736 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 33 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Jardines De Cidra
1 Res Jard De Cidra Apt 47, Cidra, PR 00739
4.9 mi away
69 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Praxedes Santiago
1 Res Praxedes Santiago Apt 27, Cidra, PR 00739
5 mi away
124 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cidra Housing
J1 Cidra Housing, Cidra, PR 00739
5 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
Golden Living Cidra
Pr 173 Km 1 4, Cidra, PR 00739
5 mi away
120 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fernando Calimano
500 Res Calimano Apt 16, Guayama, PR 00784
6.5 mi away
146 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Carioca
Res Carioca Apt 811, Guayama, PR 00784
6.5 mi away
200 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Casa Aibonito
Entrada Rosales, Aibonito, PR 00705
7.8 mi away
198 units · 99 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Liborio Ortiz
1 Res Liborio Ortiz Apt 1, Aibonito, PR 00705
7.8 mi away
160 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Golden Village IV Apartments
State Rd. 725, KM1.5 Interior, Aibonito, PR 00705
7.9 mi away
56 units · 1 BR
Bonneville Heights
4 Res Bonneville Hts Apt 71, Caguas, PR 00727
9.1 mi away
99 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration
- Residents waited about 29 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 00736
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $570/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $22,800/yr
- Renters in 00736 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 40%
Income limits (2026)
Caguas, 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 | $13,600 | $13,600 | $21,800 |
| 2 | $15,600 | $15,600 | $24,900 |
| 3 | $17,500 | $17,500 | $28,000 |
| 4 | $19,450 | $19,450 | $31,100 |
| 5 | $21,050 | $21,050 | $33,600 |
| 6 | $22,600 | $22,600 | $36,100 |
| 7 | $24,100 | $24,100 | $38,600 |
| 8 | $25,700 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
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 | 00736 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $450 | $482 |
| 1 bedroom | $460 | $502 |
| 2 bedrooms | $570 | $617 |
| 3 bedrooms | $790 | $854 |
| 4 bedrooms | $950 | $1,031 |
Wider area = Caguas, PR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $520 (00784) to $760 (00727).
Census figures for 00736 (2020–2024 average): median rent $569. Median household income $29,971. 37% of homes are rented. 40% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 00736's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 00736Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cayey, PR 00736?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cayey, PR 00736, 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 Cayey, PR 00736 have openings?
These lists for Cayey, PR 00736 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cayey, PR 00736. 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
In Cayey, PR 00736, 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 00736?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Cayey, PR 00736. 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 00736?
Yes — this page also lists 33 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cayey, PR 00736 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cayey, PR 00736?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cayey, PR 00736 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 $13,600, and $19,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($21,800 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
For many programs in Cayey, PR 00736, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $13,600 a year for 1 person and $19,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $21,800 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
There is no single waiting list for Cayey, PR 00736. 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
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 Cayey, PR 00736. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cayey, PR 00736?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cayey, PR 00736, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cayey, PR 00736 is $570 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cayey, PR 00736. 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 Cayey, PR 00736?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Cayey, PR 00736. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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