Housing Authority of the City of Walsenburg
220 Russell Ave, Walsenburg, CO, 81089 · ~115 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Walsenburg, CO (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Huerfano County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of the City of Walsenburg served 110 households across 115 units (96% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.7 people, an average annual income of $22,673, and pays an average of $450 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 110 of 115 units
- Avg. household income
- $22,673
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $450
- Avg. household size
- 1.7 people
- Households with children
- 19%
- Head of household 62+
- 64%
- Head of household with a disability
- 46%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 16 months
Unit mix: 70% 1-bedroom, 15% 2-bedroom, 15% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 1 development with an average score of 99 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIO CUCHARA HOMES | Walsenburg | 99 High Performer | NSPIRE | Dec 2025 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Income-restricted housing in Walsenburg, CO
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
SPANISH PEAKS APTS
900 INDIANA AVE, WALSENBURG, CO, 8108917 income-restricted units of 30 total22 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the City of Walsenburg directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.