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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Littleton

Littleton, CO has 14 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 805 total units. With a median market rent of $1,819 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), these income-restricted options can provide meaningful savings for eligible renters. Of the 6 properties with inspection scores on record, 4 earned an excellent rating.

14
Properties
805
Total units
89/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,819/mo

Affordability in Littleton, CO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Littleton is $1,819 and the median household income is $98,839 annually. About 39% of Littleton residents are renters, meaning income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role for a significant share of the community.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
216 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Littleton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 216 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 41 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Littleton

The assisted properties in Littleton score a 41 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 35 (Some Transit) for transit access, and 43 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. Most daily errands will likely require a car, though some transit options are available in the area.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
42 schools · 3 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 42 schools across 3 districts serve Littleton, including 27 elementary, 9 middle, and 6 high schools. Ratings and options vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$98,839 median income

Cost of Living in Littleton, CO

The median household income in Littleton is $98,839 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median market-rate rent is $1,819 per month, according to the same source, which can put unassisted housing out of reach for lower-income renters.

The 6 income-restricted properties tracked by Lease Lantern offer an important alternative, with rents tied to a percentage of the area median income rather than the open market.

  • Median household income: $98,839/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $1,819/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Share of households that rent: 39% (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Income-restricted units available: 341 across 6 properties
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment and Flood Risk

All 6 affordable housing properties in Littleton have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None fall in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood-related costs or displacement.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 89/100(6 of 14 scored)
90+ (4)70–89 (1)60–69 (1)No score (8)

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A Closer Look at Affordable Housing in Littleton, CO

Littleton offers a modest but well-regarded set of affordable and income-based rental options, with 6 HUD-assisted properties totaling 341 units. Of the 6 properties with inspection scores on file, 4 earned excellent ratings and none rated poor, suggesting a consistently maintained stock of affordable housing in this city.

Market rents in Littleton are a significant factor for renters weighing their options. According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the citywide median rent is $1,819 per month, while the median household income is $98,839 annually. About 39 percent of Littleton residents rent their homes, per the same source.

On safety, the Littleton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 216 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Getting around Littleton without a car can require some planning. Walk Score rates the city at 41 (Car-Dependent), with a transit score of 35 (Some Transit) and a bike score of 43, according to Walk Score data.

For families, NCES Common Core of Data counts 42 public schools across 3 school districts serving Littleton, including 27 elementary, 9 middle, and 6 high schools.

On flood risk, none of Littleton's 6 mapped affordable properties fall in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood mapping data.

Eligibility & how to apply

Colorado income limits (2026)Colorado public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Colorado

Helpful guides

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