
About This Property
Hotel Alder SRO comprises 99 studio units serving low-income residents in Portland, Oregon. The property, which entered service in 2005, is non-profit owned and financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. All units are designated as affordable housing.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Portland (Homeforward)
Applications for Meadowlark Place and four additional properties will be accepted online from September 9th at 9:00 a.m. through September 21st at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time. Separate waitlists are maintained for ADA accessible units. A terminal illness preference is available for applicants diagnosed with a life expectancy of less than 12 months. The Property-Based waitlist aims to add enough applicants to cover openings for the next two to three years.
The waitlist was last opened in April 2025. Applicants will be notified by the end of September 2025 if selected. Updates will be provided on the Waitlists page.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 5, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Multnomah County, OR
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,650 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,776 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,024 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,809 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,254 |
Income Limits - Multnomah County, OR
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,850
- Low (80%)
- $54,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,700
- Low (80%)
- $61,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,550
- Low (80%)
- $69,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,350
- Low (80%)
- $77,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,250
- Low (80%)
- $83,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,100
- Low (80%)
- $89,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,000
- Low (80%)
- $95,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,850
- Low (80%)
- $102,150
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,300 | $33,850 | $54,150 |
| 2 Persons | $23,200 | $38,700 | $61,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,100 | $43,550 | $69,650 |
| 4 Persons | $29,000 | $48,350 | $77,350 |
| 5 Persons | $31,350 | $52,250 | $83,550 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $56,100 | $89,750 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $60,000 | $95,950 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $63,850 | $102,150 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Portland, OR?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Multnomah County, OR is: $1650 (Studio), $1776 (1BR), $2024 (2BR), $2809 (3BR), $3254 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Hotel Alder Sro is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Hotel Alder Sro?+
Hotel Alder Sro offers the following unit types: 99 Studio units, for a total of 99 units.
Is there a waitlist for Hotel Alder Sro?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Opening Soon and is expected to open for applications soon. 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 Hotel Alder Sro?+
Hotel Alder Sro is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who manages Hotel Alder Sro?+
Hotel Alder Sro is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Multnomah County, OR?+
For a 4-person household in Multnomah County, OR, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,000, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $48,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $77,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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Nearby Schools
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