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Affordable & Low-Income Housing in West Palm Beach, FL 33405

1 affordable building in 33405 · 55 more within 7 mi

West Palm Beach, FL 33405 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8 and 1 senior. 55 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

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Rents and income limits in 33405

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,930/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$77,200/yr
Renters in 33405 paying 30% or more of income on rent
50%

Income limits (2026)

West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL area · median family income $107,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$27,000$45,000$71,950
2$30,850$51,400$82,250
3$34,700$57,850$92,550
4$38,550$64,250$102,800
5$41,650$69,400$111,050
6$44,750$74,550$119,250
7$50,040$79,700$127,500
8$55,720$84,850$135,700

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.

Fair market rents (2027)

HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.

Size33405Wider area
Studio$1,570$1,907
1 bedroom$1,650$2,008
2 bedrooms$1,930$2,349
3 bedrooms$2,510$3,052
4 bedrooms$2,890$3,523

Wider area = West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,060 (33460) to $2,600 (33413).

Census figures for 33405 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,566. Median household income $87,341. 44% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 33405's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 33405

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in West Palm Beach, FL 33405, 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405 have openings?

These lists for West Palm Beach, FL 33405 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

Use the phone number on each building card in West Palm Beach, FL 33405. 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

In West Palm Beach, FL 33405, 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 33405?

This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in West Palm Beach, FL 33405. 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 33405?

Yes — this page also lists 55 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near West Palm Beach, FL 33405 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

Most income-restricted buildings in West Palm Beach, FL 33405 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 $45,000, and $64,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($71,950 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

For many programs in West Palm Beach, FL 33405, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $45,000 a year for 1 person and $64,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $71,950 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

There is no single waiting list for West Palm Beach, FL 33405. 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

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 project-based Section 8 in West Palm Beach, FL 33405. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

In public housing and most Section 8 in West Palm Beach, FL 33405, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Palm Beach, FL 33405 is $1,930 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in West Palm Beach, FL 33405. 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 West Palm Beach, FL 33405?

Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in West Palm Beach, FL 33405. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.

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