Your guide to Las Vegas housing help
Housing Assistance Programs in Las Vegas
Section 8 vouchers, veteran housing, public housing, rental assistance, and emergency rent help: who runs each program, how to apply, and where to use your voucher once you have it. Voucher holders are always welcome at Vegas Value Living.
Finding affordable housing in Las Vegas is hard, and the help that exists is spread across half a dozen agencies with their own rules and waitlists. This guide pulls the main programs into one place, in plain English, so you know who to call and what to bring. Most rental help comes as a voucher: a housing authority pays part of your rent to the landlord, and you pay the rest. Vegas Value Living accepts those vouchers at both of our communities, so once you're approved, you have a place ready to use it.
Program rules, income requirements, and waitlist dates change throughout the year, so treat every agency detail below as a starting point and confirm the current version with the agency itself. And if you need somewhere to live before a list moves, that is a different question with a different answer: see low income apartments in Las Vegas.
Rental assistance programs for Las Vegas renters
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV)
- Who it helps
- Lower income households who need help covering rent. The voucher pays part of your rent directly to the landlord and you pay the rest. Income rules are set by the program and verified by the housing authority, so confirm what qualifies today before you plan around it.
- Runs the program
- Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA)
- How to apply
- Apply online or in person at the SNRHA office, 340 N. 11th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101, when the waiting list is open. Lists open periodically, so check the SNRHA site before you go.
HUD-VASH Veteran Housing Vouchers
- Who it helps
- Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. HUD-VASH pairs a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management and supportive services.
- Runs the program
- VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC) plus SNRHA
- How to apply
- Start at the CRRC Veterans Office, 4461 E. Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104. VA staff screen eligibility, then refer qualifying veterans to SNRHA for the voucher. The National Call Center for Homeless Veterans can connect you 24/7.
SSVF: Supportive Services for Veteran Families
- Who it helps
- Veteran households who need help getting into or keeping housing, including move-in costs, deposits, and case management.
- Runs the program
- VA-funded SSVF providers across Southern Nevada
- How to apply
- Veterans can reach SSVF services through the VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans or the Nevada Department of Veterans Services. SSVF can cover deposits, short-term rent, and landlord mediation.
Public Housing and Income Restricted Units
- Who it helps
- Households who qualify under program rules and want a unit where the rent is already set below market, separate from a voucher. Eligibility and openings vary by property, so confirm current requirements with the housing authority.
- Runs the program
- Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA)
- How to apply
- Apply through SNRHA's Public Housing waiting list, which is separate from the voucher list. Openings and qualifying standards change, so check current status before you plan around a spot.
Emergency Rental Help and Eviction Assistance
- Who it helps
- Renters facing eviction or a short-term financial gap. Programs change often and funding runs out, so start with Nevada 211 to find what is open today.
- Runs the program
- Nevada 211, Las Vegas Justice Court, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
- How to apply
- Call 211 (or visit Nevada211.org) for current rent and utility help. Facing an eviction filing? The Las Vegas Justice Court Eviction Diversion Program assists seniors 62+ and people on SSI disability. Free tenant-rights help is available from Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.
Note: Clark County's pandemic-era CHAP rental program has ended. Call 211 for programs accepting applications now.
Waitlists, income rules, and funding change throughout the year. Always confirm current status with the agency before you plan around a program, and call us any time at (702) 820-5089 if you're not sure where to start.
Emergency rental help if you're behind on rent
Emergency help moves on a different timeline than a voucher. It is short-term money to close a gap, and the programs holding that money change as funding runs out and refills. If rent is already late, work three channels in the same week rather than one at a time.
Need a place now, not a place in line?
Every program on this page runs on an agency's schedule. That is worth pursuing, and it is also why a waitlist cannot be your only plan when the lease ends this month. Vegas Value Living is a private landlord, not subsidized housing, which means there is no list to join: rents start at $900 a month, approval is based on income rather than a credit score, and a Housing Choice Voucher can be used here whenever you get one.
Plenty of renters run both tracks at once, a program application in the background and a real lease in the meantime. Read low income apartments in Las Vegas for what is available, what it costs, and how approval works.
Using your voucher at Vegas Value Living
Step 1
Bring your voucher
Show your Housing Choice Voucher approval letter (Section 8 or HUD-VASH) and a photo ID. No application fee for voucher holders.
Step 2
Pick your unit
Studio, 1 BR, or 2 BR at Maryland Park or Bonanza Park. We'll help you match a unit to your voucher's payment standard.
Step 3
Pass inspection, move in
The housing authority inspects the unit, we sign the HAP contract, you get your keys. Timing follows their inspection schedule.
Want the full walkthrough? Start with Section 8 apartments in Las Vegas, then follow each stage in the Section 8 approval process.
Find the right path for your situation
Every renter's road to affordable housing in Las Vegas looks a little different. Find yourself below and we'll point you to the exact next step.
For Section 8 voucher holders
Already approved by SNRHA? Both of our communities are voucher-friendly with no application fee. See exactly which units qualify and how the move-in works on our guide to Section 8 apartments in Las Vegas. Still waiting on approval? Walk through each stage in the Section 8 approval process in Las Vegas.
For veterans (HUD-VASH and SSVF)
A HUD-VASH voucher works just like Section 8 here, and we're glad to coordinate with your VA case manager on deposits and move-in through SSVF. VA benefits also count as income if you're renting without a voucher. Start with our guide to veterans housing in Las Vegas.
For fixed-income renters and seniors (SSI/SSDI)
SSI, SSDI, VA benefits, and pensions all count toward our income requirement, and can be paired with a voucher so you only cover your portion. Our studios and one-bedrooms are priced with fixed incomes in mind. Read the full playbook on how to rent an apartment on SSI or SSDI in Las Vegas, or see what's open now in low income apartments in Las Vegas.
For second-chance renters
A past eviction, a broken lease, or bad credit doesn't have to end your search. We use income-based approval and look at your whole story. See how it works with second chance leasing in Las Vegas, or if a credit score is the sticking point, our no credit check apartments in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas housing assistance: FAQ
Does Vegas Value Living accept Section 8 and veteran (HUD-VASH) vouchers?
Yes. Both of our Las Vegas communities, Maryland Park (521 S Maryland Pkwy) and Bonanza Park (2221 W Bonanza Rd), accept Housing Choice Vouchers, including Section 8 and HUD-VASH veteran vouchers. There's no application fee for voucher holders. Bring your voucher approval letter and we'll start your application.
How do I get a Section 8 voucher in Las Vegas?
Housing Choice Vouchers are issued by the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA), not by landlords. Apply through SNRHA when their waiting list is open, in person at 340 N. 11th Street or online at snvrha.org. Eligibility is based on program income rules that change, so confirm current requirements with SNRHA before you apply. Once you have a voucher, you can use it at Vegas Value Living.
Where can I get rental assistance in Las Vegas?
Start with Nevada 211, either by dialing 211 or visiting Nevada211.org. They keep the current list of rent and utility assistance programs accepting applications, which changes as funding moves. Veterans should also contact the VA for SSVF, and any renter facing an eviction filing can get free help from the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.
I'm behind on rent and facing eviction. What should I do first?
Do three things in the same week. Call 211 for emergency rental help that is open right now. Contact the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada for free tenant-rights help, and ask about the Las Vegas Justice Court Eviction Diversion Program if you are a senior 62+ or on SSI disability. Then talk to your landlord before the filing lands, because a plan agreed early is far easier than one negotiated in court.
I'm a veteran and need housing. Where do I start?
Start at the VA Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC), 4461 E. Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104. VA staff screen you for HUD-VASH (a voucher plus case management) and SSVF (move-in and rent help for veteran households), then refer eligible veterans to SNRHA. The Nevada Department of Veterans Services can also point you to housing resources.
What if I can't afford the deposit or first month's rent?
Several programs help with deposits and move-in costs. Veterans may qualify for SSVF. Other renters should call Nevada 211 to find current deposit-assistance and emergency-rent programs, since availability changes throughout the year. Our own security deposit is one month's rent and it is negotiable, and we're happy to work with any case manager assisting you.
Do I need good credit or a clean rental history to use a voucher here?
No. We offer second chance leasing and income-based approval, so prior evictions and credit problems are not automatic disqualifiers for voucher holders. A valid voucher plus proof of your tenant portion is what matters most.
Is there a fee to apply with a housing voucher?
No. Voucher holders, whether Section 8, HUD-VASH, or any other Housing Choice Voucher, pay no application fee at Vegas Value Living. Non-voucher applicants pay $50 per person, charged only after an in-person tour.
Can I rent an apartment on SSI or SSDI in Las Vegas?
Yes. Fixed income from SSI, SSDI, VA benefits, or a pension counts toward our income requirement, and it can be combined with a household member's income or a Housing Choice Voucher. If you have a voucher, only your tenant portion has to fit your budget. Our studios and one-bedrooms are priced for fixed-income renters, and we offer income-based approval rather than a hard credit-score cutoff.
How long does it take to get a Section 8 voucher in Las Vegas?
That depends entirely on SNRHA's waiting list, which opens and closes throughout the year and can carry a long wait. Vegas Value Living does not control the voucher timeline, SNRHA does. What we can do is have a voucher-friendly unit ready once you're approved, with no application fee. If you already have a voucher in hand, there's usually no wait to start with us at all.
What if I can't wait for a program or a waitlist to open?
Then look at privately owned rentals that approve on income rather than credit. Vegas Value Living rents studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms in central Las Vegas starting at $900 a month with no waitlist and no credit score minimum. A Housing Choice Voucher can be used here later if one comes through, so applying for a program and renting now are not mutually exclusive.
Do you accept renters with an eviction or no credit while on assistance?
Yes. We practice second chance leasing and income-based approval, so a prior eviction, a broken lease, or thin or damaged credit is not an automatic no. That is especially true for voucher holders, where a valid voucher and proof of your tenant portion carry the most weight. We look at your full picture, not just a score.
I'm a senior on a fixed income. Which units fit my budget?
Seniors and other fixed-income renters usually do best in our studios at Bonanza Park (from $900) or one-bedrooms at either community. If you have a Housing Choice Voucher, your rent is measured against the housing authority's payment standards and you cover only your portion. Both properties are gated or courtyard-style with on-site amenities, and we're glad to coordinate with a case manager if you have one.
Have a voucher? You have a home here.
Section 8, HUD-VASH, or any Housing Choice Voucher: bring it in and we'll handle the rest. Apply online in two minutes or call and we'll walk you through it.