Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Packwood, WA 98361
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 98361 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Packwood, WA 98361. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 98361
St. Catherine De' Vigri Villas
200 Judd Ave, Tieton, WA 98947
34.5 mi away
53 units · 52 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Glacier Village
212 Glacier Ave N, Eatonville, WA 98328
42.6 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rose of Mary Terrace
5401 W Walnut St, Yakima, WA 98908
44.1 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR
The Bicycle Apartments
118 N. 50th Avenue, Yakima, WA 98908
44.3 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Englewood Gardens
3601 Fairbanks Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
45.3 mi away
256 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pear Tree Place
2900 Powerhouse Rd, Yakima, WA 98902
45.7 mi away
26 units · 25 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Ynha Tax Credit 2R
3 + 4 Marty S Lane, Wapato, WA 98951
46 mi away
25 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Ynha Tax Credit 6
Larena Lane and S Camas Ave, Wapato, WA 98951
46 mi away
88 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 98361
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,440/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $57,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Lewis County, WA area · median family income $107,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,900 | $36,500 | $58,350 |
| 2 | $25,000 | $41,700 | $66,700 |
| 3 | $28,150 | $46,900 | $75,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,100 | $83,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,300 | $90,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,450 | $96,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,650 | $103,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,800 | $110,050 |
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 | 98361 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,000 | $999 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,097 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,435 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,880 | $1,870 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,180 | $2,177 |
Wider area = Lewis County, WA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,440 (98377) to $1,780 (98304).
Census figures for 98361 (2020–2024 average): 0% 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 98361's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 98361Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Packwood, WA 98361?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Packwood, WA 98361, 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 Packwood, WA 98361 have openings?
These lists for Packwood, WA 98361 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
Use the phone number on each building card in Packwood, WA 98361. 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
In Packwood, WA 98361, 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 98361?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 98361 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Packwood, WA 98361?
Most income-restricted buildings in Packwood, WA 98361 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 $36,500, and $52,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,350 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
For many programs in Packwood, WA 98361, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,500 a year for 1 person and $52,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,350 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
There is no single waiting list for Packwood, WA 98361. 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
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 Packwood, WA 98361?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Packwood, WA 98361, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Packwood, WA 98361 is $1,440 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Packwood, WA 98361. 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 Packwood, WA 98361?
This page may still list buildings in Packwood, WA 98361 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 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.
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