Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Las Vegas, NV 89121
7 affordable buildings in 89121 · 78 more within 6 mi
Las Vegas, NV 89121 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit and 4 senior. 78 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 89121
Santa Barbara Palms
4880 Santa Barbara St, Las Vegas, NV 89121
114 units · 98 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Asi Veterans Supportive Housing II
3757 Pecos McLeod Interconnect, Las Vegas, NV 89121
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Karen Pines
4450 Karen Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89121
144 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Desert View Apts
4550 Karen Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89121
128 units · 127 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 89121 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 78 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Carol Haynes Apartments
5160 General Miles Way, Sunrise Manor, NV 89122
1.7 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Family 1
5385 Austin John Ct Apt 1, Las Vegas, NV 89122
1.9 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 44 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
McFarland Apartments
4988 Jeffreys St., Paradise, NV 89119
2.3 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1 BR
Mojave Cedar Apartments
2837 Cedar Street, Sunrise Manor, NV 89104
2.5 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Bob Hogan Apartments
1926 E Reno Avenue, Paradise, NV 89119
2.6 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Somerset Commons aka Saratoga Palms Ei
2775 East Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV 89104
2.6 mi away
360 units · 245 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Acapella aka Winterwood Senior Apts
5025 E Mohave, Las Vegas, NV 89104
2.7 mi away
142 units · 124 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Otto Merida
50 N Honolulu St, Las Vegas, NV 89110
2.7 mi away
60 units · 2–4+ BR
- Apply through Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Sedona Hills
2895 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104
2.8 mi away
256 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Los Pecos Apartments
5950 S. Pecos Road, Las Vegas, NV 89120
2.8 mi away
192 units · 189 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Casa Tiempo
2850 Maryland Pky, Winchester, NV 89109
2.8 mi away
138 units · 73 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Granada and Sierra Pointe Apartments
1005 Lisbon Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169
2.8 mi away
175 units · 1–3 BR
Parkview Point
3665 Cambridge St, Las Vegas, NV 89169
2.8 mi away
191 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Dina Titus Estates
5050 Missouri Ave, Whitney, NV 89122
3 mi away
19 units · 18 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 89121
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,570/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,800/yr
- Renters in 89121 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
Income limits (2026)
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area · median family income $98,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,200 | $36,950 | $59,100 |
| 2 | $25,350 | $42,200 | $67,550 |
| 3 | $28,500 | $47,500 | $76,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,750 | $84,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,000 | $91,200 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,200 | $97,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,450 | $104,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,650 | $111,450 |
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 | 89121 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,200 | $1,310 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $1,435 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,570 | $1,686 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,180 | $2,317 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,490 | $2,652 |
Wider area = Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,570 (89104) to $2,530 (89158).
Census figures for 89121 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,383. Median household income $55,758. 49% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 37% 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 89121's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 89121Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Las Vegas, NV 89121?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Las Vegas, NV 89121, 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121 have openings?
These lists for Las Vegas, NV 89121 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
Use the phone number on each building card in Las Vegas, NV 89121. 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
In Las Vegas, NV 89121, 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 89121?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Las Vegas, NV 89121. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 89121?
Yes — this page also lists 78 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Las Vegas, NV 89121 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Las Vegas, NV 89121?
Most income-restricted buildings in Las Vegas, NV 89121 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 $36,950, and $52,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,100 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
For many programs in Las Vegas, NV 89121, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,950 a year for 1 person and $52,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,100 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
There is no single waiting list for Las Vegas, NV 89121. 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
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. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Las Vegas, NV 89121. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Las Vegas, NV 89121?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Las Vegas, NV 89121, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Las Vegas, NV 89121 is $1,570 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Las Vegas, NV 89121. 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 Las Vegas, NV 89121?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Las Vegas, NV 89121. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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