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Taos County

Name: Taos County
Address: 130B Cervantes St, Taos, NM, 87571, US
Telephone: 5757582460

130B Cervantes St, Taos, NM, 87571

Information verified June 3, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

This single-unit property in Taos, NM offers accessible housing within a public housing development in Taos County. The unit meets accessibility standards for residents with mobility needs. The property provides affordable rental housing options in the Taos area.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Northern Regional Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 1, 2020

Apply: Multiple

No preferences; applicants are placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and US citizenship status; applicants with disabilities can seek assistance.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV waiting list for Taos County is currently closed; applications were last accepted from January 22, 2018, until July 30, 2020.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 3, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Taos 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	$845
1 Bedroom	$921
2 Bedroom	$1,050
3 Bedroom	$1,375
4 Bedroom	$1,782

Income Limits - Taos County, NM

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $19,150
Low (80%): $30,600

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $21,850
Low (80%): $35,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $24,600
Low (80%): $39,350

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,300
Low (80%): $43,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,500
Very Low (50%): $29,500
Low (80%): $47,200

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,700
Very Low (50%): $31,700
Low (80%): $50,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,900
Very Low (50%): $33,900
Low (80%): $54,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,050
Very Low (50%): $36,050
Low (80%): $57,700

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$19,150	$30,600
2 Persons	$17,420	$21,850	$35,000
3 Persons	$21,960	$24,600	$39,350
4 Persons	$26,500	$27,300	$43,700
5 Persons	$29,500	$29,500	$47,200
6 Persons	$31,700	$31,700	$50,700
7 Persons	$33,900	$33,900	$54,200
8 Persons	$36,050	$36,050	$57,700

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Taos, NM?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Taos County, NM is: $845 (Studio), $921 (1BR), $1050 (2BR), $1375 (3BR), $1782 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Taos County is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Taos County have?+

Taos County has a total of 1 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Taos County?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Taos County?+

Taos County is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 5757582460, 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 Taos County, NM?+

For a 4-person household in Taos County, NM, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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