Sandoval 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 | $1,009/mo | $908 – $1,110/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,185/mo | $1,067 – $1,304/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,464/mo | $1,318 – $1,610/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,036/mo | $1,832 – $2,240/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,399/mo | $2,159 – $2,639/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Sandoval County, NM (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Sandoval County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Sandoval County
- Housing Authority of the Village of Cuba
29 Rainbow, Cuba, NM, 87013 · 5752893499
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Sandoval 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 | $35,150 |
| 2 people | $40,200 |
| 3 people | $45,200 |
| 4 people | $50,200 |
| 5 people | $54,250 |
| 6 people | $58,250 |
| 7 people | $62,250 |
| 8 people | $66,300 |
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 Sandoval 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.
- 240 income-restricted units120 1BR, 60 2BR, 60 3BRBuilt 20249% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054
- Elderly
ENCHANTED VISTA APTS
4501 SPRINT BLVD NE, RIO RANCHO, NM, 87144174 income-restricted units44 1BR, 111 2BR, 19 3BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - 20 income-restricted units8 2BR, 10 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030
BUENA VISTA ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY
1355 MEADOWLARK LN SE, RIO RANCHO, NM, 87124193 income-restricted units of 258 total180 1BR, 78 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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