Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Canon City, CO 81215
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 81215 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Canon City, CO 81215. 14 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 18 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 81215
Mountain Vista of Canon City Apartmen
3304 N 5th Street, Canon City, CO 81212
12.4 mi away
46 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Fremont County Family Center
675 Family Ctr Dr, Canon City, CO 81212
12.7 mi away
52 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
North Park I Redo
1401 Washington St Lot 3, Canon City, CO 81212
13.5 mi away
15 units · 14 income-restricted
Celtic Townhomes
2404 Celtic Ct, Canon City, CO 81212
14.4 mi away
14 units · 13 income-restricted · 2 BR
Villa Canon
2400 E Main Street, Canon City, CO 81212
14.5 mi away
56 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Journey Home
250 Justice Center Rd., Canon City, CO 81212
16.1 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 81215
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,440/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $57,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Fremont County, CO area · median family income $87,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 2 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,350 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,700 | $77,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,600 | $84,150 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,500 | $90,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,400 | $96,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,300 | $102,850 |
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 | 81215 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,070 | $1,067 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,098 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,436 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,800 | $1,794 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,240 | $2,230 |
Wider area = Fremont County, CO. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,440 (81212) to $2,150 (81223).
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 81215's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 81215Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Canon City, CO 81215?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Canon City, CO 81215, 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 Canon City, CO 81215 have openings?
These lists for Canon City, CO 81215 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
Use the phone number on each building card in Canon City, CO 81215. 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
In Canon City, CO 81215, 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 81215?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 81215 right now. 14 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 81215?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Canon City, CO 81215 (within about 18 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Canon City, CO 81215?
Most income-restricted buildings in Canon City, CO 81215 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 $34,100, and $48,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,550 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
For many programs in Canon City, CO 81215, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,100 a year for 1 person and $48,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,550 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
There is no single waiting list for Canon City, CO 81215. 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
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 Canon City, CO 81215?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Canon City, CO 81215, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Canon City, CO 81215 is $1,440 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Canon City, CO 81215. 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 Canon City, CO 81215?
This page may still list buildings in Canon City, CO 81215 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; 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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