Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Tucson, AZ 85757
6 affordable buildings in 85757 · 25 more within 10 mi
Tucson, AZ 85757 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit and 1 senior. 25 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 85757
Pascua Yaqui Homes IX
Parcel Along Camino Cocoim St. and Avaso Kawi St., Tucson, AZ 85757
50 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Pascua Yaqui Homes I
5311 W Toroko Vampo, Tucson, AZ 85757
40 units · 3–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Pascua Yaqui Homes VI
A Vacant Parcel at the Northwest Intersection of S. Sheridan Avenue and Calle Torim, Tucson, AZ 85757
30 units · 1–2 BR
Pascua Yaqui Homes VIII
Parcel South of Kau Bo Oh + Camino Cocoim, Tucson, AZ 85757
27 units · 2–4+ BR
No buildings in 85757 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 25 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Mountain Shadow
6420 S Camino De La Tierra, Tucson, AZ 85746
5 mi away
120 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Toka Homes III
W of Swc of Su:dagi Wo:g Street + S Mission Road, Tucson, AZ 85746
5.9 mi away
38 units · 1–4+ BR
Mission Antigua II
5525 S Mission Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746
6.7 mi away
220 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
La Posada Apts (Tucson)
6300 S Headley Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746
6.8 mi away
125 units · 95 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Desert Dove Apartments
6175 S Midvale Park Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746
7.3 mi away
57 units · 7 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Tucson Cabo Del Sol Apts
5600 S Midvale Park Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746
7.4 mi away
103 units · 80 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Colonia Libre Townhomes
251 W 38th St, Tucson, AZ 85713
9.8 mi away
60 units · 56 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Casa De Colinas
2162 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745
9.8 mi away
129 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Boulder Terrace
202 N Boulder Ter, Tucson, AZ 85745
9.9 mi away
6 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bella Vista Apartments
1950 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745
9.9 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Midway Manor Apts
2411 S Sixth Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713
10.1 mi away
18 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lander Apts - Phase II
902 W Congress St Apt 1, Tucson, AZ 85745
10.1 mi away
47 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing and Community Development Tucson
West End Station
855 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ 85745
10.2 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Sentinel Plaza
125 S. Linda Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85745
10.3 mi away
143 units · 142 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Silverwood Casitas
2220 Silverbell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745
10.5 mi away
43 units · 42 income-restricted · 1 BR
Colonia Progreso
420 E 28th St, South Tucson, AZ 85713
10.5 mi away
172 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through South Tucson Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 25 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 85757
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,590/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $63,600/yr
- Renters in 85757 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 28%
Income limits (2026)
Tucson, AZ area · median family income $99,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,000 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 2 | $24,000 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,950 | $71,900 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,900 | $79,850 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,900 | $86,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,900 | $99,050 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $65,900 | $105,450 |
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 | 85757 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,110 | $978 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,240 | $1,092 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,590 | $1,405 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,200 | $1,946 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,500 | $2,211 |
Wider area = Tucson, AZ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,250 (85723) to $1,580 (85746).
Census figures for 85757 (2020–2024 average): median rent $953. Median household income $83,219. 15% of homes are rented. 28% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 85757's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 85757Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Tucson, AZ 85757?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Tucson, AZ 85757, 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 Tucson, AZ 85757 have openings?
These lists for Tucson, AZ 85757 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
Use the phone number on each building card in Tucson, AZ 85757. 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
In Tucson, AZ 85757, 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 85757?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in Tucson, AZ 85757. 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 85757?
Yes — this page also lists 25 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Tucson, AZ 85757 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Tucson, AZ 85757?
Most income-restricted buildings in Tucson, AZ 85757 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 $34,950, and $49,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,900 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
For many programs in Tucson, AZ 85757, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,950 a year for 1 person and $49,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,900 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
There is no single waiting list for Tucson, AZ 85757. 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
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 tax-credit apartments in Tucson, AZ 85757. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Tucson, AZ 85757?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Tucson, AZ 85757, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Tucson, AZ 85757 is $1,590 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Tucson, AZ 85757. 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 Tucson, AZ 85757?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Tucson, AZ 85757. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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