Northeast Oregon Housing Authority
2608 May Ln, La Grande, OR, 97850 · ~913 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — La Grande, OR (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: Union County
Who this agency serves
Northeast Oregon Housing Authority served 677 households across 913 units (74% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.9 people, an average annual income of $14,984, and pays an average of $364 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 677 of 913 units
- Avg. household income
- $14,984
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $364
- Avg. household size
- 1.9 people
- Households with children
- 31%
- Head of household 62+
- 41%
- Head of household with a disability
- 57%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 14 months
Unit mix: 42% 1-bedroom, 31% 2-bedroom, 27% 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.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Northeast Oregon Housing Authority, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $30,150 |
| 2 people | $34,450 |
| 3 people | $38,750 |
| 4 people | $43,050 |
| 5 people | $46,500 |
| 6 people | $49,950 |
| 7 people | $53,400 |
| 8 people | $56,850 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Northeast Oregon Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in La Grande, OR
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.
BLUE SPRINGS CROSSING
10800 S WALTON RD, ISLAND CITY, OR, 9785038 income-restricted units16 2BR, 12 3BR, 10 4BR+Built 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045LA GRANDE RETIREMENT APTS
1612 SEVENTH ST, LA GRANDE, OR, 9785046 income-restricted units2 studio, 44 1BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041GRANDE WOODS APTS
2005B GEKELER LN, LA GRANDE, OR, 9785050 income-restricted units41 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038PINEHURST APTS
1502 21ST ST, LA GRANDE, OR, 9785046 income-restricted units14 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037NK WEST BUILDING
1206 ADAMS AVE, LA GRANDE, OR, 9785024 income-restricted units3 studio, 18 1BR, 3 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035GREEN TREE APTS
2310 E Q AVE, LA GRANDE, OR, 9785064 income-restricted units18 studio, 30 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030TAMARACK COURT
1613 21ST ST, LA GRANDE, OR, 9785032 income-restricted units28 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025HIGHLAND VIEW APTS
800 N 15TH AVE, ELGIN, OR, 9782724 income-restricted units4 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance 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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Northeast Oregon Housing Authority 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.