Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Reno, NV 89521
2 affordable buildings in 89521 · 20 more within 9 mi
Reno, NV 89521 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 1 senior. 20 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 89521
No buildings in 89521 match this filter.
Nearby
Neil Villa Apts
4205 Neil Rd, Reno, NV 89502
9.7 mi away
28 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cottonwood Village
Linden/Yori Street, Reno, NV 89502
9.8 mi away
44 units · 43 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Myra Birch Manor
3584 Carlos Ln, Reno, NV 89502
10 mi away
54 units · 2 BR
- Apply through City of Reno Housing Authority
Riley Street Apts
1450 Riley Ave, Reno, NV 89502
10.1 mi away
9 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Southwest Village Apartments
3295 S Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502
10.6 mi away
332 units · 331 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
John Butterworth Estates
430 Linden St, Reno, NV 89502
10.8 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Willow Creek Apts
402 Linden St, Reno, NV 89502
10.8 mi away
26 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Linden Apts
400 Linden St, Reno, NV 89502
10.8 mi away
40 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Dakota Crest Apts.
446 Kirman St., Reno, NV 89502
12.2 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 2 BR · People with disabilities
William J. Raggio Plaza
48 Park St, Reno, NV 89502
12.7 mi away
21 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 89521
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,500/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $100,000/yr
- Renters in 89521 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
Reno, NV area · median family income $116,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,550 | $40,900 | $65,450 |
| 2 | $28,050 | $46,750 | $74,800 |
| 3 | $31,550 | $52,600 | $84,150 |
| 4 | $35,050 | $58,400 | $93,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,100 | $100,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $67,750 | $108,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,450 | $115,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,100 | $123,400 |
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 | 89521 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,740 | $1,279 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,990 | $1,460 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,500 | $1,837 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,340 | $2,452 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,870 | $2,842 |
Wider area = Reno, NV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,520 (89428) to $2,200 (89440).
Census figures for 89521 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,147. Median household income $127,181. 31% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 89521's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 89521Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Reno, NV 89521?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Reno, NV 89521, 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 Reno, NV 89521 have openings?
These lists for Reno, NV 89521 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 Reno, NV 89521?
Use the phone number on each building card in Reno, NV 89521. 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 Reno, NV 89521?
In Reno, NV 89521, 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 89521?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Reno, NV 89521. 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 89521?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Reno, NV 89521 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Reno, NV 89521?
Most income-restricted buildings in Reno, NV 89521 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 $40,900, and $58,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,450 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 Reno, NV 89521?
For many programs in Reno, NV 89521, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,900 a year for 1 person and $58,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,450 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 Reno, NV 89521?
There is no single waiting list for Reno, NV 89521. 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 Reno, NV 89521?
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 Reno, NV 89521. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Reno, NV 89521?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Reno, NV 89521, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Reno, NV 89521 is $2,500 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 Reno, NV 89521?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Reno, NV 89521. 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 Reno, NV 89521?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Reno, NV 89521. 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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