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Boulder County Housing Authority
Boulder, Colorado
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Boulder County Housing Authority
Boulder County Housing Authority (PHA Code: CO061), located in Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado, manages approximately 984 Section 8 housing vouchers, which facilitate various assisted housing opportunities.
The authority currently has open waitlists for Affordable Rentals, Multifamily Housing, Public Housing, and programs categorized as "Other." Waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are currently closed to new applications.
Eligibility for programs varies, but for context, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Boulder, CO MSA area is $75,300 per year. Applicants should consult specific program details for precise income and household size requirements.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Properties are listed when available at affordable rents. Minimum age to sign a lease is 18. Household income must be at least twice the monthly rent or have a Housing Choice Voucher. Requires at least 6 months of steady work or other reliable income source. Requires at least 2 years of positive rental history. Background checks are performed.
Bloomfield Place
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This senior housing community prioritizes applicants earning less than 50% of AMI (15 points) and those between 51% and 80% of AMI (10 points).
Bloomfield Place - Lyons
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Open year-round for seniors (62+) or disabled adults (18+). Prioritization is based on application date/time and income level preferences, with 15 points for <50% AMI and 10 points for 51-80% AMI.
Lyons
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Open year-round for seniors (62+) or disabled adults (18+); prioritization by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Prime Haven
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
For individuals 18+ with a disability or 62+. Applicants must meet Rural Development income requirements.
Prime Haven - Nederland
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist opened on June 4, 2026, and is for seniors (62+) or disabled adults (18+) who meet Rural Development income limits.
Specific Project
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 25, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for Willoughby Corner Phase 1, which includes Búho Place (open to those 55 and older) and units for all ages; applications are notified in the order they are received on WaitlistCheck.
Walter Self Apartments
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
For individuals 18+ with a disability or 62+. Prioritized by application date/time and income level, with preference points for lower Area Median Income.
Willoughby Corner
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 25, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Phase 1 includes Búho Place (open to those 55 and older) and units for all ages; applications are notified in the order received on WaitlistCheck.
Willoughby Corner Phase 1
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 25, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Phase 1 includes Búho Place (open to those 55 and older) and units for all ages; applications are notified in the order they are received on WaitlistCheck.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program is for 1-bedroom units in Lyons for individuals aged 62 or older, or disabled adults aged 18 or older. Applicants must meet income limits set by Rural Development.
Casa de la Esperanza
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Priority is given to households where most of the income comes from farm work or where someone has worked at least 110 full days in farm labor; applicants must meet Rural Development income limits.
Farmworker Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for 3 & 4 bedrooms at Casa de la Esperanza in Longmont. Priority is given to households where most income comes from farm work or someone has worked at least 110 full days in farm labor. Preferences based on income (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Farmworker Housing (Casa de la Esperanza)
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Casa de la Esperanza is open. Priority is given to households where most income comes from farm work or where someone has worked at least 110 full days in farm labor, and applicants must meet Rural Development income limits.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for seniors (62+) or disabled adults (18+) who meet Rural Development income limits, with preference points given for lower income levels.
USDA Rural Development Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 13, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is a general Rural Development Housing waitlist. Specific program details and eligibility requirements should be confirmed directly with the housing authority.
Agricultural Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Casa de la Esperanza (Longmont) waitlist is currently open, prioritizing households with most income from farm work or 110+ full days in farm labor and meeting Rural Development income limits.
Casa Esperanza
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for 3 and 4-bedroom agricultural housing in Longmont, CO. Priority is given to households with most income from farm work or those with at least 110 full days in farm labor, and applicants must meet Rural Development income limits.
Casa de la Esperanza
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Priority is given to households with most income from farm work or 110+ full days in farm labor, and applicants must meet Rural Development income limits with preference points for lower AMI.
Casa de la Esperanza, Longmont
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist for 3 and 4-bedroom agricultural housing is open year-round. Priority is given to households with most income from farm work or at least 110 full days in farm labor. Applicants must meet Rural Development income limits and are prioritized by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Elderly/Disabled
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waitlists are open for Walter Self Apartments in Lyons and Prime Haven in Nederland, designated for adults 62+ or disabled adults 18+. Applicants must meet Rural Development income limits. Applications are reviewed by submission date/time and income level, with preference points for lower AMI.
Longmont
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist for 3 and 4-bedroom agricultural housing in Longmont is open year-round. Priority is given to households with most income from farm work or those with at least 110 full days in farm labor, and applicants must meet Rural Development income limits. Prioritization is by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Lyons
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This one-bedroom senior/disabled housing waitlist in Lyons is open year-round for individuals aged 18+ with a disability or 62+. Prioritization is by application date/time and income level, with preference points for lower Area Median Income.
Multifamily Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Walter Self Apartments in Lyons (1-Bedroom) and Prime Haven in Nederland (1-Bedroom) for seniors/disabled are open year-round. Applicants must be disabled individuals aged 18 or older or over 62, and meet very low, low, or moderate Rural Development income limits. Prioritized by application date/time and income level; under 50% AMI get 15 preference points, 51-80% AMI get 10 preference points.
Nederland
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This one-bedroom senior/disabled housing waitlist is open year-round for individuals aged 18+ with a disability or 62+. Prioritized by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI). Must meet Rural Development income requirements.
Prime Haven
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for 1-bedroom apartments for older adults (62+) and people with disabilities (18+) in Nederland, meeting Rural Development income limits.
Prime Haven - Nederland
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
For seniors (62+) or disabled adults (18+); must meet Rural Development income requirements (very low, low, or moderate income).
Prime Haven, Nederland
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for individuals 62+ or disabled adults 18+, who must meet Rural Development income limits. Applications are reviewed based on submission date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Senior/Disabled
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Prime Haven (Nederland) waitlist for seniors and disabled individuals is currently open. Applicants must be 62 or older, or a disabled adult 18 or older, and meet Rural Development income requirements.
Walter Self - Lyons
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This apartment community for older adults (62+) and people with disabilities (18+) in Lyons has 12 one-bedroom units, and applicants must meet Rural Development income limits.
Walter Self Apartments
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for 1-bedroom apartments for older adults (62+) and people with disabilities (18+) in Lyons, meeting Rural Development income limits.
Walter Self Apartments - Lyons
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
For disabled individuals aged 18 or older or over the age of 62; must qualify as a very low, low, or moderate income household as specified by Rural Development; prioritized by application date/time and income level.
Walter Self Apartments, Lyons
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is open year-round for individuals 62+ or disabled adults 18+. Prioritization is based on application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI). Applicants must meet Rural Development income limits.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Prime Haven
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is open year-round for individuals aged 18+ with a disability or 62+, meeting Rural Development income limits; prioritization by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Senior/Disabled
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This one-bedroom senior/disabled housing waitlist in Lyons (Walter Self Apartments) is open year-round for individuals aged 18+ with a disability or 62+, who meet Rural Development income limits. Prioritized by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Walter Self Apartments
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is open year-round for individuals aged 18+ with a disability or 62+, meeting Rural Development income limits; prioritization by application date/time and income level (15 points for <50% AMI, 10 points for 51-80% AMI).
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The most recent lottery opened in February 2023. No new lottery date has been announced. Vouchers are limited and priority is given to seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children.
This waiting list had preferences for seniors (age 62+), individuals with disabilities (18+), and households with children.
Waiting lists for these vouchers open as units become available.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Boulder County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Boulder County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Boulder County Housing Authority currently has 36 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs, Public Housing, USDA Rural Development Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Boulder County Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $75,300/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Boulder County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Boulder County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Boulder County Housing Authority manages approximately 984 assisted housing units (984 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Boulder. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Boulder County Housing Authority
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Boulder County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Boulder. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Boulder County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Boulder. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Boulder County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Rural Development USDA Rural Development Housing open
The USDA Rural Development Housing program at Boulder County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Boulder. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Boulder County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Boulder. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Boulder County Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Boulder. This program serves approximately 984 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Boulder County Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Boulder County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Boulder. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Boulder County Housing Authority?
Boulder County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Boulder County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Boulder, CO MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $75,300. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $31,650 | $52,750 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $36,200 | $60,250 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $40,700 | $67,800 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $45,200 | $75,300 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $48,850 | $81,350 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $52,450 | $87,350 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $56,050 | $93,400 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $59,700 | $99,400 | $137,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Boulder County Housing Authority — including across state lines.