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About Municipality of Santa Isabel
The Municipality of Santa Isabel (PHA Code: RQ058) serves residents in Santa Isabel, Santa Isabel County, PR. This housing authority manages approximately 73 assisted housing units, primarily utilizing Section 8 housing choice vouchers to help eligible families afford safe and decent housing.
Currently, the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program waitlist is open for applications. Conversely, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed. Information regarding public housing programs is presently unavailable. For example, a family of four applying for Very Low Income assistance in the Puerto Rico HUD Nonmetro Area must have an annual income not exceeding $13,850.
Applicants interested in the Project-Based Voucher program should contact the Municipality of Santa Isabel directly for application details. Note that the PBV waitlist recently opened, while the HCV waitlist recently closed.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 24, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Egida De Santa Isabel project-based voucher program is designed for elderly families. Eligibility requires income not exceeding 50% of the median income and is for US citizens or eligible non-citizens.
Other Programs
2 programsThese 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 general Section 8 Program is not accepting new applications at this time.
No active waitlist information is currently available, and the agency manages 0 public housing units.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Municipality of Santa Isabel directly at (787) 558-2014 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 Municipality of Santa Isabel
Check Current Status
Municipality of Santa Isabel currently has 1 open waiting list (PBV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Municipality of Santa Isabel, 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 $13,850/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 Municipality of Santa Isabel directly at (787) 558-2014 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 Municipality of Santa Isabel, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Municipality of Santa Isabel manages approximately 73 assisted housing units (73 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Santa Isabel. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Municipality of Santa Isabel
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Municipality of Santa Isabel are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Santa Isabel. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Municipality of Santa Isabel 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 Isabel. This program serves approximately 73 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Municipality of Santa Isabel are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Municipality of Santa Isabel?
Municipality of Santa Isabel Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Municipality of Santa Isabel are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Puerto Rico HUD Nonmetro Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $13,850. 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 | $9,700 | $9,700 | $15,550 |
| 2 Persons | $11,100 | $11,100 | $17,750 |
| 3 Persons | $12,500 | $12,500 | $19,950 |
| 4 Persons | $13,850 | $13,850 | $22,150 |
| 5 Persons | $15,000 | $15,000 | $23,950 |
| 6 Persons | $16,100 | $16,100 | $25,700 |
| 7 Persons | $17,200 | $17,200 | $27,500 |
| 8 Persons | $18,300 | $18,300 | $29,250 |
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 Municipality of Santa Isabel — including across state lines.