Dona Ana County, NM
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $744/mo | $670 – $818/mo |
| 1 BR | $951/mo | $856 – $1,046/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,042/mo | $938 – $1,146/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,449/mo | $1,304 – $1,594/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,580/mo | $1,422 – $1,738/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Dona Ana County, NM (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Dona Ana County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Dona Ana County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of the City of Sunland Park
100 Concepcion Ln, Sunland Park, NM, 88063 · 5755899414
- Mesilla Valley Public Housing Authority
926 S San Pedro St, Las Cruces, NM, 88001 · 5755282000
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Dona Ana County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $27,200 |
| 2 people | $31,100 |
| 3 people | $35,000 |
| 4 people | $38,850 |
| 5 people | $42,000 |
| 6 people | $45,100 |
| 7 people | $48,200 |
| 8 people | $51,300 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Dona Ana County
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.
VALLE VERDE I APARTMENTS
350 BIANES STREET, PLACITAS, NM, 8793736 income-restricted units6 1BR, 12 2BR, 16 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049- Elderly
LOS ALTOS VILLAS
2301 EL CAMINO REAL, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800760 income-restricted units of 72 total18 2BR, 54 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 - Elderly
STONE MOUNTAIN PLACE
930 E BOUTZ RD, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800172 income-restricted units of 84 total28 2BR, 56 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 CIMMARON APTS I
825 N FOURTH ST, ANTHONY, NM, 8802160 income-restricted units28 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036- Elderly
DESERT PALMS
2405 W PICACHO AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88007100 income-restricted units30 studio, 20 1BR, 40 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 FOUR HILLS APTS
2595 MARS AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8801260 income-restricted units of 72 total20 2BR, 52 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035MESQUITE VILLAGE (LAS CRUCES)
1851 N MESQUITE ST, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800148 income-restricted units16 2BR, 16 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035- Elderly
VISTA MONTANA
316 FOSTER AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM79 income-restricted units of 80 total24 2BR, 40 3BR, 16 4BR+Built 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 SANTA TERESA FAMILY HOMES
100 COMERCIANTES BLVD, SANTA TERESA, NM, 8800860 income-restricted units of 74 total74 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034MIRA VISTA VILLAS
2141 N SOLANO DR, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800160 income-restricted units of 76 total76 1BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033MONTANA SENIOR VILLAGE II
355 MONTANA AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800560 income-restricted units of 84 total60 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033- Elderly
VALLE VERDE APTS II
360 BAINES ST, HATCH, NM24 income-restricted units of 25 total6 2BR, 11 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 - Elderly
VALLE VERDE APTS III
360 BAINES ST, HATCH, NM10 income-restricted units6 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 FRANKLIN VISTA APTS V
505 CURRY CT, ANTHONY, NM, 8802128 income-restricted units of 29 total24 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032MONTANA MEADOWS APTS
201 MONTANA AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800580 income-restricted units of 81 total81 1BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032COMERCIANTES TERRACE APTS
100 COMERCIANTES, SANTA TERESA, NM, 88008135 income-restricted units135 2BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030MONTANA SENIOR VILLAGE I
370 MONTANA AVE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 8800548 income-restricted units of 49 total12 1BR, 37 2BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030FRANKLIN VISTA APTS IV
705 CURRY CT, ANTHONY, NM, 8802121 income-restricted units5 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029MEADOW VISTA APTS II
327 MEADOW VISTA BLVD, SUNLAND PARK, NM, 8806316 income-restricted units8 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029MEADOW VISTA HOMES
329 MEADOW VISTA BLVD, SUNLAND PARK, NM, 8806327 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027PLAYA APTS PHASE I
142 LINDA VISTA DR, SUNLAND PARK, NM, 8806336 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19939% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023FRANKLIN VISTA APTS III
840 HETTINGA ST, ANTHONY, NM, 8802128 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022LOMA DEL NORTE APTS
940 N FOURTH ST, ANTHONY, NM, 8802140 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1991Compliance through ~2021
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 →
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