Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 85636 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636. 11 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 13 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 85636
Huachuca Triangle
712 N Gonzales Blvd, Huachuca City, AZ 85616
4 mi away
24 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Huachuca Desert Apt
200 Howard St, Huachuca City, AZ 85616
4.5 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Bonita Vista Apartments
570 S Coronado Dr, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
7.4 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1 BR
Crystal Creek Townhomes
4500 Campus Dr, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
7.5 mi away
89 units · 77 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
San Pedro Apts
4600 Charleston Rd, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
7.7 mi away
76 units · 63 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Santa Fe Springs
400 Denman Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
7.8 mi away
48 units · 3–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Sun Crest Apts
105 N Toscanini Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
8.1 mi away
80 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Las Palomas
499 S Carmichael Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
8.3 mi away
88 units · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 85636
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ area · median family income $78,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,450 | $27,400 | $43,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,350 | $50,100 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,250 | $56,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,150 | $62,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,250 | $67,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 7 | $48,550 | $48,550 | $77,650 |
| 8 | $51,700 | $51,700 | $82,650 |
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 | 85636 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $836 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,153 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,590 | $1,597 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,920 | $1,927 |
Wider area = Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,140 (85616) to $1,670 (85613).
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 85636's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 85636Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636, 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636 have openings?
These lists for Sierra Vista, AZ 85636 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
Use the phone number on each building card in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636. 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
In Sierra Vista, AZ 85636, 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 85636?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 85636 right now. 11 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 85636?
Yes — this page also lists 11 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Sierra Vista, AZ 85636 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636 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 $27,400, and $39,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,850 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
For many programs in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,400 a year for 1 person and $39,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,850 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
There is no single waiting list for Sierra Vista, AZ 85636. 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sierra Vista, AZ 85636 is $1,150 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636. 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 Sierra Vista, AZ 85636?
This page may still list buildings in Sierra Vista, AZ 85636 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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