Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Amherst, CO 80721
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 80721 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Amherst, CO 80721. 3 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 17 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 80721
Sunset View Homes
330 W Kellogg St, Holyoke, CO 80734
11 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Holyoke Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
North View Apartments
520 W 9th St Apt 1, Julesburg, CO 80737
21.8 mi away
52 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Julesburg Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Haxtun Manor
136 S Miller Ave, Haxtun, CO 80731
25.3 mi away
22 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Haxtun
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Wray
731 Grant St Apt A, Wray, CO 80758
42.6 mi away
41 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Wray
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
High Plains Manor
700 W 3rd Ave, Yuma, CO 80759
49.5 mi away
50 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Yuma
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Centennial Mental Health Facility
1112 N. 4th St, Sterling, CO 80751
55.2 mi away
10 units · 9 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Maclaren House
435 Macgregor Rd, Sterling, CO 80751
55.2 mi away
54 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 80721
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Phillips County, CO area · median family income $103,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,700 | $36,100 | $57,750 |
| 2 | $24,800 | $41,250 | $66,000 |
| 3 | $27,900 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $51,550 | $82,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $59,800 | $95,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $63,950 | $102,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,050 | $108,900 |
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 | 80721 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $845 |
| 1 bedroom | $930 | $875 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,137 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,465 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,770 | $1,766 |
Wider area = Phillips County, CO. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (80737) to $1,300 (69168).
Census figures for 80721 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $104,167 (uncertain estimate). 26% of homes are rented.
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 80721's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 80721Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Amherst, CO 80721?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Amherst, CO 80721, 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 Amherst, CO 80721 have openings?
These lists for Amherst, CO 80721 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
Use the phone number on each building card in Amherst, CO 80721. 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
In Amherst, CO 80721, 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 80721?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 80721 right now. 3 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 80721?
Yes — this page also lists 3 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Amherst, CO 80721 (within about 17 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Amherst, CO 80721?
Most income-restricted buildings in Amherst, CO 80721 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 $36,100, and $51,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($57,750 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
For many programs in Amherst, CO 80721, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,100 a year for 1 person and $51,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $57,750 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
There is no single waiting list for Amherst, CO 80721. 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Amherst, CO 80721?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Amherst, CO 80721, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Amherst, CO 80721 is $1,170 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Amherst, CO 80721. 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 Amherst, CO 80721?
This page may still list buildings in Amherst, CO 80721 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; 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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