About This Property
The Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba operates 78 public housing units in Espanola, New Mexico. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households for 1-5 bedroom units. Eligibility depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status; criminal background checks are conducted on applicants 18 and older, and declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
No current Section 8 waiting lists are open for Espanola as of June 3rd, 2026.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Santa Fe County, NM
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,171 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,317 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,535 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,960 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,044 |
Income Limits - Santa Fe County, NM
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,550
- Low (80%)
- $40,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,200
- Low (80%)
- $46,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,850
- Low (80%)
- $52,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,500
- Low (80%)
- $58,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,450
- Low (80%)
- $63,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,350
- Low (80%)
- $67,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,300
- Low (80%)
- $72,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,200
- Low (80%)
- $77,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,350 | $25,550 | $40,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,550 | $29,200 | $46,750 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,850 | $52,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,500 | $58,400 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $39,450 | $63,100 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $42,350 | $67,750 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $48,200 | $77,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Espanola, NM?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Santa Fe County, NM is: $1171 (Studio), $1317 (1BR), $1535 (2BR), $1960 (3BR), $2044 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba have?+
Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba has a total of 78 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Santa Fe County, NM?+
For a 4-person household in Santa Fe County, NM, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba?+
Housing Authority of the County of Rio Arriba is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5057537870, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
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