About This Property
Silver Cliffs Apts provides 80 low-income housing units in Silver City, NM, with a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans. The property has been in service since 2000 and is financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The unit distribution includes 16 one-bedroom, 48 two-bedroom, and 16 three-bedroom apartments.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Western Regional Housing Authority
Accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households, with shorter waiting times for 2 and 3 bedroom units; income limits apply. Declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist.
The waiting list is open until further notice for Catron, Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna County, NM; income limits apply, varying by county.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 2, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Grant County, NM
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $728 |
| 1 Bedroom | $733 |
| 2 Bedroom | $877 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,209 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,303 |
Income Limits - Grant County, NM
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,300
- Low (80%)
- $30,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,050
- Low (80%)
- $35,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,800
- Low (80%)
- $39,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,550
- Low (80%)
- $44,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,800
- Low (80%)
- $47,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,000
- Low (80%)
- $51,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,200
- Low (80%)
- $54,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,400
- Low (80%)
- $58,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,300 | $30,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $22,050 | $35,300 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,800 | $39,700 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,550 | $44,100 |
| 5 Persons | $29,800 | $29,800 | $47,650 |
| 6 Persons | $32,000 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 7 Persons | $34,200 | $34,200 | $54,700 |
| 8 Persons | $36,400 | $36,400 | $58,250 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Silver City, NM?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Grant County, NM is: $728 (Studio), $733 (1BR), $877 (2BR), $1209 (3BR), $1303 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Silver Cliffs Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Silver Cliffs Apts?+
Silver Cliffs Apts offers the following unit types: 16 One-Bedroom, 48 Two-Bedroom, 16 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 80 units.
Is there a waitlist for Silver Cliffs Apts?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
Who manages Silver Cliffs Apts?+
Silver Cliffs Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Silver Cliffs Apts?+
Silver Cliffs Apts 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 are the income limits for affordable housing in Grant County, NM?+
For a 4-person household in Grant County, NM, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $44,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
What is the price range for apartments in Silver City, NM?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Grant County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $733, 2-bedroom: $877, 3-bedroom: $1209. Actual rent at Silver Cliffs Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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