Valencia 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 — Valencia County, NM (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Valencia County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Valencia County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Valencia 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 Valencia 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.
VENTANA COVE
450 LOS CERRITOS DR NW, LOS LUNAS, NM, 8703160 income-restricted units of 72 total36 2BR, 36 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033HILLRIDGE APTS
1450 ADELA LN SW, LOS LUNAS, NM, 8703138 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026CASA BONITA II
267 CAMINO REAL SW, LOS LUNAS, NM, 8703116 income-restricted units16 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025CASA BONITA APTS (LOS LUNAS)
246 CAMINO REAL SW, LOS LUNAS, NM, 8703116 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023HILLTOP APTS
393 CANAL BLVD SW, LOS LUNAS, NM, 8703140 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022RIO VERDE APTS
2291 HWY 304, BELEN, NM, 8700240 income-restricted unitsBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022
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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