Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Magna, UT 84044
7 affordable buildings in 84044 · 28 more within 10 mi
Magna, UT 84044 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit, 4 Section 8, and 2 senior. 28 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 84044
Jerald H. Merrill Senior Housing
8923 West 2700 South, Magna, UT 84044
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 1 BR
Justin C. Stewart Plaza
7986 W 3500 S, Magna, UT 84044
12 units · 11 income-restricted · 2 BR · People with disabilities
Heritage Apts. Magna
3539 3543 S. Kingsburg Cove, Magna, UT 84044
80 units · 76 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No buildings in 84044 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 28 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Liberty Commons Apartments
2785 So, Winsted Way, West Valley City, UT 84120
5.5 mi away
209 units · 104 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Hunter Hollow
5416 W 4060 S, West Valley City, UT 84120
6.4 mi away
20 units · 2–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Valley Crossroads
4860 West 4700 South, West Valley City, UT 84118
7.6 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Tuscany Cove Apts.
3856 W. 3500 S, West Valley City, UT 84120
7.7 mi away
252 units · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Victoria Woods Senior Apts.
3510 West 3650 S, West Valley City, UT 84119
8.2 mi away
104 units · 1–2 BR
St. Andrews Park II
4236 West Old Miller Court, Kearns, UT 84118
8.3 mi away
9 units · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
St Andrews Park
4250 W 4700 S, Kearns, UT 84118
8.4 mi away
5 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Willow Park Apts.
3363 & 3367, West Valley City, UT 84119
8.5 mi away
88 units · 87 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Valley Fair Village
3060 W 3650 S, West Valley City, UT 84119
8.7 mi away
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake
- Residents waited about 41 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
West Valley Crown
2551 W 3360 S, West Valley City, UT 84119
9.1 mi away
10 units · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lexington Park Apts.
2293 Lexington Park Drive, West Valley City, UT 84119
9.5 mi away
80 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westgate II
1520 West 300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84104
10 mi away
36 units · 32 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 84044
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,700/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $68,000/yr
- Renters in 84044 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 61%
Income limits (2026)
Salt Lake City, UT area · median family income $126,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,500 | $44,150 | $70,650 |
| 2 | $30,300 | $50,450 | $80,750 |
| 3 | $34,100 | $56,750 | $90,850 |
| 4 | $37,850 | $63,050 | $100,900 |
| 5 | $40,900 | $68,100 | $109,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $73,150 | $117,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $78,200 | $125,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $83,250 | $133,200 |
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 | 84044 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,270 | $1,202 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,420 | $1,349 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,615 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,260 | $2,143 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,570 | $2,439 |
Wider area = Salt Lake City, UT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,580 (84120) to $1,970 (84128).
Census figures for 84044 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,625. Median household income $90,346. 21% of homes are rented. 61% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 84044's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 84044Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Magna, UT 84044?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Magna, UT 84044, 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 Magna, UT 84044 have openings?
These lists for Magna, UT 84044 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 Magna, UT 84044?
Use the phone number on each building card in Magna, UT 84044. 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 Magna, UT 84044?
In Magna, UT 84044, 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 84044?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Magna, UT 84044. 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 84044?
Yes — this page also lists 28 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Magna, UT 84044 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Magna, UT 84044?
Most income-restricted buildings in Magna, UT 84044 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 $44,150, and $63,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($70,650 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 Magna, UT 84044?
For many programs in Magna, UT 84044, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $44,150 a year for 1 person and $63,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $70,650 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 Magna, UT 84044?
There is no single waiting list for Magna, UT 84044. 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 Magna, UT 84044?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Magna, UT 84044. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Magna, UT 84044?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Magna, UT 84044, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Magna, UT 84044 is $1,700 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 Magna, UT 84044?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Magna, UT 84044. 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 Magna, UT 84044?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Magna, UT 84044. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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