Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lyman, WA 98263
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 98263 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Lyman, WA 98263. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 13 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 98263
Cedar Grove I
804 Bingham Pl, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
7.3 mi away
20 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through HA City of Sedro Woolley
La Casa De Santa Rosa
565 South Township Street, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98273
7.4 mi away
15 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Hillsview
830 Township St, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
7.5 mi away
60 units · 1 BR
- Apply through HA City of Sedro Woolley
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Logan Park
701 Sapp Road, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
7.5 mi away
47 units · 46 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Raspberry Ridge
20340 Sanchez Lane, Burlington, WA 98233
11.5 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Hasc Family Housing
4103 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
11.8 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Highland Greens Senior Apts
3100 North 30th St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
11.9 mi away
101 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Villa Santa Maria - Mount Vernon
3700 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
12.1 mi away
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Villa Kathleen
535 N Pine St, Burlington, WA 98233
12.3 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 98263
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,700/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $68,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA area · median family income $120,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,250 | $42,050 | $67,350 |
| 2 | $28,850 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 3 | $32,450 | $54,100 | $86,550 |
| 4 | $36,050 | $60,100 | $96,150 |
| 5 | $38,950 | $64,950 | $103,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $69,750 | $111,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $74,550 | $119,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $79,350 | $126,950 |
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 | 98263 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,200 | $1,162 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,310 | $1,275 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,668 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,350 | $2,310 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,640 | $2,578 |
Wider area = Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,550 (98235) to $1,700 (98284).
Census figures for 98263 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $133,750 (uncertain estimate). 9% 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 98263's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 98263Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lyman, WA 98263?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lyman, WA 98263, 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 Lyman, WA 98263 have openings?
These lists for Lyman, WA 98263 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lyman, WA 98263. 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
In Lyman, WA 98263, 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 98263?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 98263 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 98263?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lyman, WA 98263 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lyman, WA 98263?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lyman, WA 98263 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 $42,050, and $60,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($67,350 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
For many programs in Lyman, WA 98263, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,050 a year for 1 person and $60,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $67,350 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
There is no single waiting list for Lyman, WA 98263. 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
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 Lyman, WA 98263?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lyman, WA 98263, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lyman, WA 98263 is $1,700 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lyman, WA 98263. 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 Lyman, WA 98263?
This page may still list buildings in Lyman, WA 98263 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 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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