Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Maple Falls, WA 98266
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 98266 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Maple Falls, WA 98266. 6 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 15 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 98266
Nooksack Homes III
4749 False Creek Ln, Deming, WA 98244
12.8 mi away
22 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Nooksack Homes
5912 Edith Dr, Deming, WA 98244
12.8 mi away
24 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Blair Gardens
103 Blair Dr, Everson, WA 98247
14.2 mi away
16 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Nooksack Homes I
2582 Sulwhanon Drive, Everson, WA 98247
15.6 mi away
24 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Nooksack Homes IV
2572 George Court, Deming, WA 98244
26.4 mi away
15 units · 3–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 98266
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,650/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,000/yr
- Renters in 98266 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Bellingham, WA area · median family income $123,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,050 | $41,700 | $66,750 |
| 2 | $28,600 | $47,700 | $76,300 |
| 3 | $32,200 | $53,650 | $85,850 |
| 4 | $35,750 | $59,600 | $95,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $64,400 | $103,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $69,150 | $110,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $73,950 | $118,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $78,700 | $125,850 |
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 | 98266 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,320 | $1,489 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,350 | $1,529 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,872 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,250 | $2,545 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,760 | $3,129 |
Wider area = Bellingham, WA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,620 (98295) to $2,030 (98276).
Census figures for 98266 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,343. Median household income $51,361. 24% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 98266's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 98266Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Maple Falls, WA 98266?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Maple Falls, WA 98266, 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266 have openings?
These lists for Maple Falls, WA 98266 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
Use the phone number on each building card in Maple Falls, WA 98266. 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
In Maple Falls, WA 98266, 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 98266?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 98266 right now. 6 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 98266?
Yes — this page also lists 6 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Maple Falls, WA 98266 (within about 15 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Maple Falls, WA 98266?
Most income-restricted buildings in Maple Falls, WA 98266 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 $41,700, and $59,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($66,750 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
For many programs in Maple Falls, WA 98266, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,700 a year for 1 person and $59,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $66,750 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
There is no single waiting list for Maple Falls, WA 98266. 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Maple Falls, WA 98266, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Maple Falls, WA 98266 is $1,650 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Maple Falls, WA 98266. 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 Maple Falls, WA 98266?
This page may still list buildings in Maple Falls, WA 98266 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026). Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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