Affordable & Low-Income Housing in The Dalles, OR 97058
9 affordable buildings in 97058 · 2 more within 13 mi
The Dalles, OR 97058 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit, 2 Section 8, 3 senior, and 4 usda rural. 2 more are listed within 13 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 97058
Sunrise Estates Apt
2700 West 7th Street, The Dalles, OR 97058
60 units · 1–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Heritage Heights
1324 West 10th Street, The Dalles, OR 97058
24 units · 2–4+ BR
- For farmworker households
No buildings in 97058 match this filter.
Nearby
Tc 8 Wishram
Gorge View Country Drive, Wishram, WA 98617
16.9 mi away
46 units · 45 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 97058
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,560/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,400/yr
- Renters in 97058 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Wasco County, OR area · median family income $91,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,600 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 2 | $22,400 | $37,350 | $59,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,000 | $67,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,650 | $74,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,400 | $80,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $54,150 | $86,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,850 | $92,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $61,600 | $98,550 |
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 | 97058 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,250 | $1,289 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,260 | $1,297 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,560 | $1,604 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,160 | $2,221 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,610 | $2,681 |
Wider area = Wasco County, OR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (98673) to $2,000 (97040).
Census figures for 97058 (2020–2024 average): median rent $983. Median household income $62,181. 35% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% 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 97058's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 97058Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in The Dalles, OR 97058?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in The Dalles, OR 97058, 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 The Dalles, OR 97058 have openings?
These lists for The Dalles, OR 97058 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
Use the phone number on each building card in The Dalles, OR 97058. 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
In The Dalles, OR 97058, 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 97058?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in The Dalles, OR 97058. 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 97058?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near The Dalles, OR 97058 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in The Dalles, OR 97058?
Most income-restricted buildings in The Dalles, OR 97058 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 $32,700, and $46,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,300 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
For many programs in The Dalles, OR 97058, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,700 a year for 1 person and $46,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,300 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
There is no single waiting list for The Dalles, OR 97058. 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in The Dalles, OR 97058. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in The Dalles, OR 97058?
In public housing and most Section 8 in The Dalles, OR 97058, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near The Dalles, OR 97058 is $1,560 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in The Dalles, OR 97058. 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 The Dalles, OR 97058?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in The Dalles, OR 97058. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
Map loads here…
This ZIPNearbyOpen a pin for the building name.