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Bernalillo County Housing Department
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Bernalillo County Housing Department
The Bernalillo County Housing Department (PHA Code: NM057) is located in Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It manages approximately 2,379 assisted housing units, primarily delivered through Section 8 vouchers.
Currently, the department is accepting applications for several programs. These include the Bernalillo County Community Connections Program, Community Connections Program, Supportive Housing, and other various programs listed under "Other" or "Other - Community Connections."
Eligibility for these programs considers income limits. For instance, a family of four must not exceed the Very Low Income limit of $45,700 per year within the Albuquerque, NM MSA. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the specific requirements and availability for each open program.
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Bernalillo County Community Connections Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
This program opened on March 1, 2025, and is open until further notice. Applications are taken by referral only. Eligibility considers income limits, with a family of four not exceeding $45,700 per year.
Community Connections / Supportive Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program offers supportive housing options.
Community Connections Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral Only
Additional Notes
This program opened on March 1, 2025, and remains open until further notice, accepting applications by referral only. Eligibility considers income limits; families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Community Connections Supportive Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral only
Additional Notes
Applications for this supportive housing program are accepted by referral only, and the list opened on March 1, 2025, remaining open until further notice.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The Community Connections Supportive Housing Program opened on March 1, 2025, and is open until further notice. Applications for this program are taken by referral only, targeting homeless individuals involved in the criminal justice system or suffering from behavioral health disabilities.
Other (Community Connections Program) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral Only
Additional Notes
Applications for this program are taken by referral only and are processed according to program policies and procedures.
Other (Community Connections) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
Applications for this program are by referral only.
Other - Community Connections Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral Only
Additional Notes
Applications for this program are taken by referral only.
Other - Community Connections Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The waitlist opened on March 1, 2025, and will remain open until further notice; applications are taken by referral only.
Supportive Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2025
How to Apply
Referral Only
Additional Notes
Applications for the Community Connections Supportive Housing Program are taken by referral only.
Other Programs
21 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.
Applications are taken by referral only.
The Bernalillo County Community Connections program will open at 8 a.m. on March 1, 2025, and will remain open until further notice. Applications for this program are by referral only.
Applications are taken by referral only.
The waiting list for this program closed at 8 a.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024, and will remain closed until further notice.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list was previously open from October 1, 2025, to November 1, 2025. Current applicants were required to return a letter by June 30, 2025, to remain on the list; failure to do so results in removal from the list.
The Federally Funded Homeowner Rehab Program waiting list closed on October 18, 2024, and will remain closed until further notice.
This program provides funding for essential home improvements to reduce health and safety hazards, enhance accessibility, and repair major housing systems for qualified homeowners in unincorporated Bernalillo County.
This supportive housing initiative for homeless individuals involved in the criminal justice system is currently closed.
This program provides funding up to $40,000 for essential home improvements to reduce health and safety hazards, enhance accessibility, and repair major housing systems for qualified homeowners.
This program provides up to $40,000 for home improvements for qualified homeowners in unincorporated Bernalillo County, with applicants placed on a first-come, first-served waiting list.
This program provides up to $40,000 for essential home improvements to reduce health and safety hazards, enhance accessibility, and repair major housing systems for qualified homeowners. Applications were previously accepted by mail, fax, email, or hand delivery.
This program provides funding up to $40,000 for essential improvements to reduce health and safety hazards, enhance accessibility, and repair major housing systems for qualified homeowners.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
This waitlist is for Elderly/Disabled Unit Project Based apartments; preferences and placement on the waiting list are not confirmed.
Waiting lists for Senior and Disabled Public Housing, Seybold Village Disabled Public Housing, and El Centro Familiar Senior Housing Complex are currently closed with no announced reopening dates. These units are for individuals who are disabled, mobility impaired, and/or elderly. El Centro Familiar applicants must be 55 years of age or disabled, and Seybold Village serves handicapped and disabled families.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No current waiting list status information found.
No current waiting list status information found.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No current waiting list status information found.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Bernalillo County Housing Department 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 Bernalillo County Housing Department
Check Current Status
Bernalillo County Housing Department currently has 10 open waiting lists (Bernalillo County Community Connections Program, Community Connections / Supportive Housing, Community Connections Program, Community Connections Supportive Housing Program, Other, Other (Community Connections Program), Other (Community Connections), Other - Community Connections, Other - Community Connections Program, Supportive Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Bernalillo County Housing Department, 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 $45,700/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 Bernalillo County Housing Department portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Bernalillo County Housing Department, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Bernalillo County Housing Department manages approximately 2,379 assisted housing units (2,379 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Albuquerque. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Bernalillo County Housing Department
Bernalillo County Community Connections Program open
The Bernalillo County Community Connections Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Community Connections / Supportive Housing open
The Community Connections / Supportive Housing program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Community Connections Program open
The Community Connections Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Community Connections Supportive Housing Program open
The Community Connections Supportive Housing Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Community Connections Program) open
The Other (Community Connections Program) program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Community Connections) open
The Other (Community Connections) program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Community Connections open
The Other - Community Connections program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Community Connections Program open
The Other - Community Connections Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Housing open
The Supportive Housing program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bernalillo County Community Connections closed
The Bernalillo County Community Connections program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Community Connection closed
The Community Connection program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Community Connections closed
The Community Connections program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Federally Funded Homeowner Rehab Program closed
The Federally Funded Homeowner Rehab Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Bernalillo County Housing Department 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 Albuquerque. This program serves approximately 2,379 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Homeowner Rehab closed
The Homeowner Rehab program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homeowner Rehabilitation closed
The Homeowner Rehabilitation program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
MDC Supportive Housing Initiative Program closed
The MDC Supportive Housing Initiative Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Federally Funded Homeowner Rehab Program) closed
The Other (Federally Funded Homeowner Rehab Program) program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Home Rehabilitation) closed
The Other (Home Rehabilitation) program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Homeowner Rehab) closed
The Other (Homeowner Rehab) program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Homeowner Rehabilitation closed
The Other - Homeowner Rehabilitation program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Hope Village Supportive Housing closed
The Other - Hope Village Supportive Housing program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Bernalillo County Housing Department are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Albuquerque. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Bernalillo County Housing Department 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.
other closed
The other program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Downtown 700 Program closed
The Downtown 700 Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP closed
The FUP program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Downtown 700 Program closed
The Other - Downtown 700 Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - MDC Supportive Housing Initiative Program closed
The Other - MDC Supportive Housing Initiative Program program at Bernalillo County Housing Department provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Albuquerque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Bernalillo County Housing Department combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Albuquerque. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Bernalillo County Housing Department?
Bernalillo County Housing Department Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Bernalillo County Housing Department are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Albuquerque, NM MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,700. 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 | $19,200 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,950 | $36,600 | $58,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $49,400 | $78,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,050 | $84,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,700 | $90,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $60,350 | $96,500 |
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 Bernalillo County Housing Department — including across state lines.