Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mesilla, NM 88046
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 88046 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Mesilla, NM 88046. 12 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 88046
Stone Mountain Place
930 E Boutz Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88001
2.7 mi away
84 units · 72 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Saint Genevieves Village
1700 Mulberry Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88001
3 mi away
42 units · 41 income-restricted · 1 BR
Casa De Corazones
701 Stull Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88001
3.9 mi away
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Mesquite Village
1851 N Mesquite, Las Cruces, NM 88001
4.2 mi away
49 units · 2–4+ BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Mira Vista Villas
2141 N Solano Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88001
4.2 mi away
76 units · 60 income-restricted · 1 BR
Walnut Grove
1102 E Mulberry Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001
4.3 mi away
248 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mesilla Valley Public Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Abode Group Home
1845 Sexton, Las Cruces, NM 88001
4.4 mi away
15 units · Studio · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 88046
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
- Renters in 88046 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 83%
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 | 88046 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $780 | $790 |
| 1 bedroom | $960 | $975 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,073 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,461 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,692 |
Wider area = Las Cruces, NM. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,060 (88004) to $1,080 (88047).
Census figures for 88046 (2020–2024 average): 13% of homes are rented. 83% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 83% pay half or more.
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 88046's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 88046Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mesilla, NM 88046?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mesilla, NM 88046, 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 Mesilla, NM 88046 have openings?
These lists for Mesilla, NM 88046 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mesilla, NM 88046. 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
In Mesilla, NM 88046, 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 88046?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 88046 right now. 12 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 88046?
Yes — this page also lists 12 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mesilla, NM 88046 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mesilla, NM 88046?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mesilla, NM 88046 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
For many programs in Mesilla, NM 88046, 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
There is no single waiting list for Mesilla, NM 88046. 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mesilla, NM 88046, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mesilla, NM 88046 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mesilla, NM 88046. 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 Mesilla, NM 88046?
This page may still list buildings in Mesilla, NM 88046 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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