Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Nazlini, AZ 86540

No income-restricted buildings are listed in 86540 — here are the closest ones.

No income-restricted buildings are listed in Nazlini, AZ 86540. 2 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 23 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

Closest to 86540

  • Tsaile Acres

    Navajo Community College Campus, Sehili, AZ 86556

    30.9 mi away

    Tax creditSection 8USDA rural

    42 units · 2–4+ BR

    • 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
  • Tsaile II Apts

    Circle Dr, Tsaile, AZ 86556

    30.9 mi away

    USDA rural

    33 units · 2–3 BR

    • 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Jeddito Townhomes

    PO Box 844, Polacca, AZ 86042

    44.7 mi away

    Tax credit

    24 units · 23 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR

    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • White Mesa Apts

    74 Nahata Dzill Rd, Sanders, AZ 86512

    50.6 mi away

    Tax creditUSDA rural

    37 units · 2–3 BR

    • 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Chilchinbeto Estate

    1 Chilchinbeto Drive, Chilchinbeto, AZ 86033

    52.7 mi away

    USDA rural

    46 units · 2–4+ BR

    • 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Kayenta IV

    30 Teeh in Deeh, Kayenta, AZ 86033

    68.9 mi away

    USDA rural

    20 units · 3–4+ BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Holbrook Court Apts

    109 Court Lane, Holbrook, AZ 86025

    80.4 mi away

    Tax creditUSDA rural

    24 units · 2–3 BR

    • 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Coronado Two Apts.

    204 Mission Ln, Holbrook, AZ 86025

    80.5 mi away

    USDA rural

    24 units · 1–3 BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Winslow Manor

    901 W Desmond St, Winslow, AZ 86047

    94.5 mi away

    Section 8Seniors

    42 units · 41 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR

  • Parkview Apartments

    1159 Bales Ave, Winslow, AZ 86047

    94.5 mi away

    Tax creditUSDA rural

    24 units · 2–3 BR

    • 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Northwest Square

    901 Henderson St, Winslow, AZ 86047

    94.6 mi away

    Public housing

    55 units · 2–3 BR

    • Apply through Winslow Public Housing Authority
    • Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
  • Winslow Crossing

    1800 W Fleming St, Winslow, AZ 86047

    95.1 mi away

    Tax credit

    52 units · 46 income-restricted · 1–3 BR

    No phone listedDetailsDirections

Rents and income limits in 86540

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,060/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$42,400/yr
Renters in 86540 paying 30% or more of income on rent
52%

Income limits (2026)

Apache County, AZ area · median family income $54,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$15,960$24,000$38,400
2$21,640$27,400$43,850
3$27,320$30,850$49,350
4$33,000$34,250$54,800
5$37,000$37,000$59,200
6$39,750$39,750$63,600
7$42,500$42,500$68,000
8$45,250$45,250$72,350

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.

Size86540Wider area
Studio$730$746
1 bedroom$820$819
2 bedrooms$1,060$1,071
3 bedrooms$1,440$1,483
4 bedrooms$1,680$1,790

Wider area = Apache County, AZ. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,060 (86511) to $1,180 (86503).

Census figures for 86540 (2020–2024 average): median rent $520 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $24,271. 23% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 46% 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 86540's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 86540

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Nazlini, AZ 86540?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Nazlini, AZ 86540, 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540 have openings?

These lists for Nazlini, AZ 86540 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

Use the phone number on each building card in Nazlini, AZ 86540. 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

In Nazlini, AZ 86540, 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 86540?

No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 86540 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.

Is there affordable housing near 86540?

Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Nazlini, AZ 86540 (within about 23 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Nazlini, AZ 86540?

Most income-restricted buildings in Nazlini, AZ 86540 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 $24,000, and $34,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($38,400 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

For many programs in Nazlini, AZ 86540, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $24,000 a year for 1 person and $34,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $38,400 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

There is no single waiting list for Nazlini, AZ 86540. 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Nazlini, AZ 86540, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Nazlini, AZ 86540 is $1,060 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Nazlini, AZ 86540. 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 Nazlini, AZ 86540?

This page may still list buildings in Nazlini, AZ 86540 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; 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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