Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Elida, NM 88116
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 88116 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Elida, NM 88116. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 88116
Los Pueblos De Portales Apartments
1901 S Avenue I, Portales, NM 88130
33.2 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Portales Estates
1903 South Avenue I, Portales, NM 88130
33.2 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Golden Acres I
716 Wylie Cox Circle, Portales, NM 88130
33.4 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ruth Visage Senior Apartments
1101 W Fir St, Portales, NM 88130
33.7 mi away
26 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Valle Del Sol Apartments
1300 West Ivy Street, Portales, NM 88130
33.8 mi away
18 units · 2–4+ BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Unnamed
205 S 6th St, Fort Sumner, NM 88119
46.6 mi away
47 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Village of Fort Sumner
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Clovis I Apartments
1000 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Clovis, NM 88101
46.8 mi away
128 units · Studio–3 BR
Grand Ave Homes I
2101 W Grand Ave Apt 37, Clovis, NM 88101
48.5 mi away
131 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Clovis Housing and Redevelopment Agency, Inc.
- Residents waited about 68 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Echols Place Apartments
1600 Echols Street, Clovis, NM 88101
49.2 mi away
14 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gatewood Village Apartments
1312 W. 14th Street, Building 2, Clovis, NM 88101
49.5 mi away
60 units · 1–4+ BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 88116
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Roosevelt County, NM area · median family income $69,700. 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 | 88116 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $820 | $807 |
| 1 bedroom | $830 | $818 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,680 | $1,695 |
Wider area = Roosevelt County, NM. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 3 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (88118) to $1,020 (88115).
Census figures for 88116 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $54,239. 24% of homes are rented.
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 88116's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 88116Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Elida, NM 88116?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Elida, NM 88116, 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 Elida, NM 88116 have openings?
These lists for Elida, NM 88116 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 Elida, NM 88116?
Use the phone number on each building card in Elida, NM 88116. 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 Elida, NM 88116?
In Elida, NM 88116, 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 88116?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 88116 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Elida, NM 88116?
Most income-restricted buildings in Elida, NM 88116 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 Elida, NM 88116?
For many programs in Elida, NM 88116, 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 Elida, NM 88116?
There is no single waiting list for Elida, NM 88116. 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 Elida, NM 88116?
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 Elida, NM 88116?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Elida, NM 88116, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Elida, NM 88116 is $1,020 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 Elida, NM 88116?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Elida, NM 88116. 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 Elida, NM 88116?
This page may still list buildings in Elida, NM 88116 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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