Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hialeah, FL 33012
7 affordable buildings in 33012 · 97 more within 6 mi
Hialeah, FL 33012 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 2 public housing, 5 Section 8, and 3 senior. 97 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 33012
La Esperanza
1770 W 44th Pl, Hialeah, FL 33012
133 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Hialeah Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 224 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Vivian Villas
4650 W 12th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Hialeah Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 137 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
No buildings in 33012 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 97 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Donald F. Scott Villas
2441 W 6th Ct, Hialeah, FL 33010
1.6 mi away
64 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Hialeah Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 30 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Samari Towers
10251 NW 80th Ct, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016
1.7 mi away
124 units · 123 income-restricted · 1 BR
R & L
130 W 26th St, Hialeah, FL 33010
1.8 mi away
10 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Robert Forcum Towers
220 W 74th Pl, Hialeah, FL 33014
1.8 mi away
128 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Raul L. Martinez Pavilion
6333 W 24th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33016
2.1 mi away
160 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Hialeah Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 113 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ruth A. Tinsman Pavilion
6545 W 24th Ave Apt 201, Hialeah, FL 33016
2.2 mi away
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Hialeah Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 214 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Vernon Ashley Plaza
70 E 7th St, Hialeah, FL 33010
2.9 mi away
300 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Hialeah Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 151 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Northwest Dade A.R.T.S
7981 NW 37th Ave, West Little River, FL 33147
3 mi away
10 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
Chateaux
231 E Second St, Hialeah, FL 33010
3.3 mi away
28 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Glorieta Gardens
13180 Port Said Rd, Opa Locka, FL 33054
3.6 mi away
330 units · 328 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Northside Commons
8301 NW 27th Avenue, Miami, FL 33147
3.9 mi away
80 units · 72 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 33012
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,510/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $100,400/yr
- Renters in 33012 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 61%
Income limits (2026)
Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL area · median family income $89,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,600 | $47,700 | $76,300 |
| 2 | $32,700 | $54,500 | $87,200 |
| 3 | $36,800 | $61,300 | $98,100 |
| 4 | $40,850 | $68,100 | $109,000 |
| 5 | $44,150 | $73,550 | $117,750 |
| 6 | $47,400 | $79,000 | $126,450 |
| 7 | $50,700 | $84,450 | $135,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $89,900 | $143,900 |
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 | 33012 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,910 | $1,953 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,080 | $2,121 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,510 | $2,564 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,210 | $3,277 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,670 | $3,749 |
Wider area = Miami-Miami Beach-Kendall, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,090 (33054) to $3,500 (33122).
Census figures for 33012 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,665. Median household income $51,450. 51% of homes are rented. 61% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 34% 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 33012's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 33012Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hialeah, FL 33012?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hialeah, FL 33012, 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 Hialeah, FL 33012 have openings?
These lists for Hialeah, FL 33012 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hialeah, FL 33012. 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
In Hialeah, FL 33012, 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 33012?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Hialeah, FL 33012. 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 33012?
Yes — this page also lists 97 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hialeah, FL 33012 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hialeah, FL 33012?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hialeah, FL 33012 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 $47,700, and $68,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($76,300 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
For many programs in Hialeah, FL 33012, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $47,700 a year for 1 person and $68,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $76,300 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
There is no single waiting list for Hialeah, FL 33012. 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
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 Hialeah, FL 33012. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hialeah, FL 33012?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hialeah, FL 33012, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hialeah, FL 33012 is $2,510 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hialeah, FL 33012. 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 Hialeah, FL 33012?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Hialeah, FL 33012. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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