Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fort Harrison, MT 59636
1 affordable building in 59636 · 22 more within 12 mi
Fort Harrison, MT 59636 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 22 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 59636
No buildings in 59636 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 22 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Broadwater Village
1427 Broadwater Cir, Helena, MT 59601
2.9 mi away
92 units · 67 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Fire Tower Apartments
6 S Park Ave, Helena, MT 59601
4 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Guardian Apartments
520 Logan St, Helena, MT 59601
4.1 mi away
118 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Samuel V Stewart Homes
100 S Warren St, Helena, MT 59601
4.2 mi away
366 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Helena Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
ASI-HELENA (Queen City Estates)
2300 North Roberts, Helena, MT 59601
4.6 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Penkay Eagles Manor
715 Fee St, Helena, MT 59601
5.4 mi away
110 units · 62 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Eagle Manor II
720 N Washington St, Helena, MT 59601
5.5 mi away
44 units · 40 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Eagles Manor II
720 N Washington, Helena, MT 59601
5.5 mi away
44 units · 40 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 59636
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,910/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Lewis and Clark County, MT area · median family income $122,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,750 | $41,150 | $65,900 |
| 2 | $28,250 | $47,050 | $75,350 |
| 3 | $31,800 | $52,950 | $84,750 |
| 4 | $35,300 | $58,850 | $94,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,550 | $101,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,300 | $109,200 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,950 | $116,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,700 | $124,300 |
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 | 59636 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $1,151 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,530 | $1,320 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,910 | $1,653 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,650 | $2,289 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,770 | $2,392 |
Wider area = Lewis and Clark County, MT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,650 (59625) to $2,040 (59602).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 59636's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 59636Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fort Harrison, MT 59636, 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636 have openings?
These lists for Fort Harrison, MT 59636 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fort Harrison, MT 59636. 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
In Fort Harrison, MT 59636, 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 59636?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Fort Harrison, MT 59636. 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 59636?
Yes — this page also lists 22 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fort Harrison, MT 59636 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fort Harrison, MT 59636 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 $41,150, and $58,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,900 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
For many programs in Fort Harrison, MT 59636, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,150 a year for 1 person and $58,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,900 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
There is no single waiting list for Fort Harrison, MT 59636. 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fort Harrison, MT 59636, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fort Harrison, MT 59636 is $1,910 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fort Harrison, MT 59636. 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 Fort Harrison, MT 59636?
This page may still list buildings in Fort Harrison, MT 59636 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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