Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lake Worth, FL 33461
2 affordable buildings in 33461 · 23 more within 7 mi
Lake Worth, FL 33461 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 1 senior. 23 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 33461
No buildings in 33461 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Villa Madonna
4809 Lake Worth Rd, Greenacres, FL 33463
1.5 mi away
99 units · 98 income-restricted · 1 BR
Worthington
6286 Pinestead Dr, Lake Worth, FL 33463
2.7 mi away
300 units · 297 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Chelsea Commons
6351 Pine Ave, Greenacres, FL 33463
3.2 mi away
209 units · 104 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Windsor Park
1389 Summit Pines Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
3.3 mi away
240 units · 186 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Dyson Circle & South Bay Apartments
567 Mango Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
3.8 mi away
134 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Palm Beach County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 41 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Sunny Hills Homesites
7141 Washington Ave, Lantana, FL 33462
3.9 mi away
31 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
El Cid Apartments
315 Almeria Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
5.5 mi away
73 units · 72 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 33461
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,220/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $88,800/yr
- Renters in 33461 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
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.
| People | Extremely 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.
| Size | 33461 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,800 | $1,907 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,900 | $2,008 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,220 | $2,349 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,880 | $3,052 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,330 | $3,523 |
Wider area = West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,930 (33405) to $2,600 (33413).
Census figures for 33461 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,685. Median household income $61,963. 48% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 36% 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 33461's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 33461Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lake Worth, FL 33461?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lake Worth, FL 33461, 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461 have openings?
These lists for Lake Worth, FL 33461 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lake Worth, FL 33461. 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
In Lake Worth, FL 33461, 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 33461?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Lake Worth, FL 33461. 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 33461?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lake Worth, FL 33461 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lake Worth, FL 33461?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lake Worth, FL 33461 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
For many programs in Lake Worth, FL 33461, 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
There is no single waiting list for Lake Worth, FL 33461. 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
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 tax-credit apartments in Lake Worth, FL 33461. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lake Worth, FL 33461?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lake Worth, FL 33461, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lake Worth, FL 33461 is $2,220 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lake Worth, FL 33461. 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 Lake Worth, FL 33461?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Lake Worth, FL 33461. 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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