Affordable & Low-Income Housing in La Mesa, NM 88044
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 88044 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in La Mesa, NM 88044. 16 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 88044
Santa Teresa Terrace Apts
100 Commerciantes Blvd Bldg 2, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
23.1 mi away
112 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Santa Teresa Family Homes
100 Comerciantes Blvd, Santa Teresa, NM 88008
27.4 mi away
74 units · 60 income-restricted · 3 BR
Vista Montana
316 Foster Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005
29 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Montana Senior Village II
355 Montana Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005
29 mi away
84 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Montana Senior Village I
370 Montana Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005
29 mi away
49 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Tierra Encantada LLLP
880 Anthony Dr, Anthony, NM 88021
29.1 mi away
24 units · 2–4+ BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Franklin Vista Apts
820 Hettinga Lane, Anthony, NM 88021
29.3 mi away
136 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Franklin Vista Apts V
505 Curry Ct, Anthony, NM 88021
29.3 mi away
29 units · 28 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Franklin Vista VI Apts LP
855 Clark Street, Anthony, NM 88021
29.5 mi away
24 units · 2–4+ BR
- For farmworker households
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 88044
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,000/yr
- Renters in 88044 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 14%
Income limits (2026)
Las Cruces, NM area · median family income $79,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,350 | $27,200 | $43,550 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,100 | $49,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,000 | $55,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $38,850 | $62,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,000 | $67,150 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,100 | $72,100 |
| 7 | $48,200 | $48,200 | $77,100 |
| 8 | $51,300 | $51,300 | $82,050 |
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 | 88044 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $790 |
| 1 bedroom | $930 | $975 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,050 | $1,073 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,461 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,692 |
Wider area = Las Cruces, NM. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (88021) to $1,340 (88008).
Census figures for 88044 (2020–2024 average): median rent $584. Median household income $64,910. 15% of homes are rented. 14% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 88044's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 88044Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in La Mesa, NM 88044?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in La Mesa, NM 88044, 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 La Mesa, NM 88044 have openings?
These lists for La Mesa, NM 88044 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
Use the phone number on each building card in La Mesa, NM 88044. 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
In La Mesa, NM 88044, 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 88044?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 88044 right now. 16 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 88044?
Yes — this page also lists 16 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near La Mesa, NM 88044 (within about 23 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in La Mesa, NM 88044?
Most income-restricted buildings in La Mesa, NM 88044 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 $27,200, and $38,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,550 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
For many programs in La Mesa, NM 88044, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,200 a year for 1 person and $38,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,550 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
There is no single waiting list for La Mesa, NM 88044. 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
In public housing and most Section 8 in La Mesa, NM 88044, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near La Mesa, NM 88044 is $1,050 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in La Mesa, NM 88044. 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 La Mesa, NM 88044?
This page may still list buildings in La Mesa, NM 88044 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; 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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