Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Claunch, NM 87011
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 87011 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Claunch, NM 87011. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 28 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 87011
Region VI HA
Carrizozo, NM 88301
30.5 mi away
84 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Eastern Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Vista Montano
301 Otero Ave E, Socorro, NM 87801
52.4 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Neal & 6th
509 Sixth St N, Socorro, NM 87801
52.6 mi away
2 units · 1 income-restricted
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Loma Vista Apts
1212 El Camino Real, Socorro, NM 87801
53.1 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cibola Apts
1101 El Camino Real, Socorro, NM 87801
53.1 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Los Pueblos De Soco
901 NW Walkway, Socorro, NM 87801
53.3 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR
- 13 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 87011
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Socorro County, NM area · median family income $50,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $25,550 | $40,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,200 | $46,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,850 | $52,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $36,450 | $58,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 6 | $42,300 | $42,300 | $67,650 |
| 7 | $45,200 | $45,200 | $72,300 |
| 8 | $48,150 | $48,150 | $77,000 |
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 | 87011 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $807 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $931 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,590 |
Wider area = Socorro County, NM. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 3 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (88301) to $1,320 (88318).
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 87011's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 87011Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Claunch, NM 87011?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Claunch, NM 87011, 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 Claunch, NM 87011 have openings?
These lists for Claunch, NM 87011 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
Use the phone number on each building card in Claunch, NM 87011. 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
In Claunch, NM 87011, 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 87011?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 87011 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 87011?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Claunch, NM 87011 (within about 28 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Claunch, NM 87011?
Most income-restricted buildings in Claunch, NM 87011 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 $25,550, and $36,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($40,850 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
For many programs in Claunch, NM 87011, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $25,550 a year for 1 person and $36,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $40,850 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
There is no single waiting list for Claunch, NM 87011. 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
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 Claunch, NM 87011?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Claunch, NM 87011, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Claunch, NM 87011 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Claunch, NM 87011. 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 Claunch, NM 87011?
This page may still list buildings in Claunch, NM 87011 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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