About This Property
Villa Esperanza provides 192 low-income residential units in Hialeah, Florida, with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. The property has been in service since 1999 and is financed through tax-exempt bonds and 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The community includes 80 one-bedroom units, 100 two-bedroom units, and 12 three-bedroom units.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Hialeah Housing Authority
Applications for the Public Housing Program will be accepted online for a lottery from May 21, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. to May 23, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. The last opening was in July 2008, which used a lottery system.
The Section 8/HCVP waiting list is closed. A random computerized lottery was conducted on May 4, 2017, to select 2,500 families from 60,919 pre-applications. Preferences were given to elderly, disabled, and chronically homeless families.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Miami-Dade County, FL
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,683 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,884 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,324 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,027 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,589 |
Income Limits - Miami-Dade County, FL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,650
- Low (80%)
- $50,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,200
- Low (80%)
- $57,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,700
- Low (80%)
- $65,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,200
- Low (80%)
- $72,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,850
- Low (80%)
- $78,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,450
- Low (80%)
- $83,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,050
- Low (80%)
- $89,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,700
- Low (80%)
- $95,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,000 | $31,650 | $50,650 |
| 2 Persons | $21,700 | $36,200 | $57,850 |
| 3 Persons | $24,400 | $40,700 | $65,100 |
| 4 Persons | $27,100 | $45,200 | $72,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $48,850 | $78,100 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $52,450 | $83,900 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $59,700 | $95,450 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hialeah, FL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Miami-Dade County, FL is: $1683 (Studio), $1884 (1BR), $2324 (2BR), $3027 (3BR), $3589 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Villa Esperanza is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Villa Esperanza?+
Villa Esperanza offers the following unit types: 80 One-Bedroom, 100 Two-Bedroom, 12 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 192 units.
How do I apply for housing at Villa Esperanza?+
Villa Esperanza is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What is the price range for apartments in Hialeah, FL?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Miami-Dade County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1884, 2-bedroom: $2324, 3-bedroom: $3027. Actual rent at Villa Esperanza may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who manages Villa Esperanza?+
Villa Esperanza is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Miami-Dade County, FL?+
For a 4-person household in Miami-Dade County, FL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,100, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $72,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Villa Esperanza?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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