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About Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority
The Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority (PHA Code: NM009) is located in Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico. It manages approximately 1,442 assisted housing units, including 1,154 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 288 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed to new applicants. However, the waitlist for Public Housing is presently open. Applicants for Public Housing should note that eligibility is based on income limits; for a family of four classified as Very Low Income in the Santa Fe, NM MSA area, the current limit is $49,750 per year. Potential applicants should contact the authority directly for detailed application procedures and the most current information regarding program availability, as waitlist statuses can change.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list pre-applications for seniors aged 62 and older. Applicants must pick up and hand-deliver pre-applications to 664 Alta Vista St., Santa Fe, NM 87504, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm MT. The SFCHA has a preference for applicants who live and/or work in Santa Fe.
Other Programs
1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority last accepted Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list applications from January 10, 2024, until December 4, 2024, requiring in-person application. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority directly at (505) 988-2859 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $49,750/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority directly at (505) 988-2859 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority manages approximately 1,442 assisted housing units (1,154 Section 8, 288 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Santa Fe. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority manages approximately 288 Public Housing units in Santa Fe. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Santa Fe. This program serves approximately 1,154 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority?
Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Santa Fe, NM MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,750. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,900 | $34,850 | $55,750 |
| 2 Persons | $23,900 | $39,800 | $63,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,900 | $44,800 | $71,650 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,750 | $79,600 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,750 | $86,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $57,750 | $92,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $61,700 | $98,750 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $65,700 | $105,100 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority — including across state lines.