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Lakewood Housing Authority

Name: Lakewood Housing Authority
Address: 575 Union Blvd Ste 100, Lakewood, CO, 80228, US
Telephone: 3039877580

575 Union Blvd Ste 100, Lakewood, CO, 80228

Information verified September 12, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

Lakewood Housing Authority operates 1,411 units of public housing in Lakewood, Colorado, within Jefferson County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed to new applications. The housing authority manages these units to provide affordable rental options for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened March 22, 2026

Apply: Multiple

This program, also referred to as RAD Project Based Voucher, is designated for senior citizens and disabled persons, with eligibility based on income and family size. Declining two invitations may result in removal from the waitlist.

Last verified March 25, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened October 17, 2022

Closed October 31, 2022

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed with over 1,200 families on the list. Eligibility is generally based on income and family size, with 75% of vouchers for applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 11, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1411

Fair Market Rent - Jefferson County, CO

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,658
1 Bedroom	$1,835
2 Bedroom	$2,201
3 Bedroom	$2,874
4 Bedroom	$3,225

Income Limits - Jefferson County, CO

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,050
Very Low (50%): $36,700
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,200
Very Low (50%): $41,950
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,350
Very Low (50%): $47,200
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,450
Very Low (50%): $52,400
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,000
Very Low (50%): $56,600
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,500
Very Low (50%): $60,800
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $65,000
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $69,200
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,050	$36,700	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,200	$41,950	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,350	$47,200	$71,950
4 Persons	$31,450	$52,400	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,000	$56,600	$86,300
6 Persons	$36,500	$60,800	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$65,000	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$69,200	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Lakewood, CO?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Jefferson County, CO is: $1658 (Studio), $1835 (1BR), $2201 (2BR), $2874 (3BR), $3225 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Lakewood Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Lakewood Housing Authority have?+

Lakewood Housing Authority has a total of 1411 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Lakewood Housing Authority?+

Lakewood Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3039877580, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Jefferson County, CO?+

For a 4-person household in Jefferson County, CO, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,450, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $52,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Lakewood Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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