Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Willow, AK 99688
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 99688 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Willow, AK 99688. 32 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 28 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 99688
The 20 closest of 32 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Aspen Pines
413 East Aspen Avenue, Wasilla, AK 99654
21.2 mi away
30 units · 10 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Forest Hills Phase II
1011 N Lucille St, Wasilla, AK 99654
21.3 mi away
17 units · 16 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Deneki House
222 E Danna Ave, Wasilla, AK 99654
21.5 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Yenlo Phase I and
402-451 North Yenlo Street, Wasilla, AK 99654
21.8 mi away
71 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Fireweed Housing Development
1075 Check St Ste 202, Wasilla, AK 99654
22.5 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Winter Rose
1075 S Check St Ste 102, Wasilla, AK 99654
22.5 mi away
40 units · 10 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Raven Tree Court
1310 S Century Cir, Wasilla, AK 99654
22.6 mi away
26 units · 11 income-restricted · 2 BR
Wasilla
1201 S Century Cir, Wasilla, AK 99654
22.6 mi away
32 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Eagles Nest Senior Housing
110 E Frank Smith Way, Wasilla, AK 99654
22.8 mi away
26 units · 17 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Creekwood Apts
1910 N Creekwood Park Cir, Palmer, AK 99645
23.2 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Old Mat Road Phase 1
3700 East Old Matanuska Road, Wasilla, AK 99654
23.8 mi away
22 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 99688
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,240/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK area · median family income $119,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,100 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 2 | $28,650 | $47,750 | $76,400 |
| 3 | $34,150 | $53,700 | $85,950 |
| 4 | $41,250 | $59,650 | $95,450 |
| 5 | $48,350 | $64,450 | $103,100 |
| 6 | $55,450 | $69,200 | $110,750 |
| 7 | $62,550 | $74,000 | $118,400 |
| 8 | $69,650 | $78,750 | $126,000 |
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 | 99688 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $920 | $929 |
| 1 bedroom | $950 | $988 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,293 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,730 | $1,790 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,080 | $2,161 |
Wider area = Matanuska-Susitna Borough, AK. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,240 (99694) to $1,400 (99645).
Census figures for 99688 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,375. Median household income $77,197. 6% of homes are rented.
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 99688's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 99688Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Willow, AK 99688?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Willow, AK 99688, 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 Willow, AK 99688 have openings?
These lists for Willow, AK 99688 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 Willow, AK 99688?
Use the phone number on each building card in Willow, AK 99688. 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 Willow, AK 99688?
In Willow, AK 99688, 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 99688?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 99688 right now. 32 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 99688?
Yes — this page also lists 32 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Willow, AK 99688 (within about 28 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Willow, AK 99688?
Most income-restricted buildings in Willow, AK 99688 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 $41,800, and $59,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($66,850 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 Willow, AK 99688?
For many programs in Willow, AK 99688, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,800 a year for 1 person and $59,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $66,850 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 Willow, AK 99688?
There is no single waiting list for Willow, AK 99688. 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 Willow, AK 99688?
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 Willow, AK 99688?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Willow, AK 99688, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Willow, AK 99688 is $1,240 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 Willow, AK 99688?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Willow, AK 99688. 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 Willow, AK 99688?
This page may still list buildings in Willow, AK 99688 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); 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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