Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Whitewater, CO 81527
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 81527 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Whitewater, CO 81527. 24 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 19 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 81527
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Monument Ridge
2680 B 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81503
17.4 mi away
166 units · 165 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
DD Housing
309 Kava Way, Grand Junction, CO 81503
17.7 mi away
12 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Linden Pointe
1975 Barcelona Way, Grand Junction, CO 81503
17.7 mi away
92 units · 91 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Ratekin Towers
875 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
19.2 mi away
108 units · 107 income-restricted · 1 BR
Grandview Apts
1501 North 1st Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501
20.3 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1 BR
Little Bookcliff Apts
2656 Little Bookcliff Road, Grand Junction, CO 81501
20.7 mi away
19 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Alta Vista De La Montana
7108 Hwy. 50, Delta, CO 81416
21.7 mi away
41 units · 3–4+ BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Delta
511 E 10th St Apt 3, Delta, CO 81416
22.3 mi away
75 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Delta Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 81527
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,320/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $52,800/yr
- Renters in 81527 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 0%
Income limits (2026)
Grand Junction, CO area · median family income $100,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,150 | $35,250 | $56,350 |
| 2 | $24,200 | $40,250 | $64,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $54,350 | $86,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $58,350 | $93,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $62,400 | $99,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $66,400 | $106,300 |
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 | 81527 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $950 | $893 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,030 | $1,017 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,282 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,820 | $1,775 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,200 | $2,143 |
Wider area = Grand Junction, CO. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,190 (81503) to $1,750 (81507).
Census figures for 81527 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,289 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $76,815 (uncertain estimate). 18% of homes are rented. 0% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 81527's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 81527Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Whitewater, CO 81527?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Whitewater, CO 81527, 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 Whitewater, CO 81527 have openings?
These lists for Whitewater, CO 81527 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
Use the phone number on each building card in Whitewater, CO 81527. 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
In Whitewater, CO 81527, 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 81527?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 81527 right now. 24 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 81527?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Whitewater, CO 81527 (within about 19 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Whitewater, CO 81527?
Most income-restricted buildings in Whitewater, CO 81527 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 $35,250, and $50,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($56,350 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
For many programs in Whitewater, CO 81527, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,250 a year for 1 person and $50,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $56,350 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
There is no single waiting list for Whitewater, CO 81527. 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Whitewater, CO 81527, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Whitewater, CO 81527 is $1,320 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Whitewater, CO 81527. 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 Whitewater, CO 81527?
This page may still list buildings in Whitewater, CO 81527 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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