FAQs

Applying is straightforward. Here’s how:

• Visit our Floor Plans page and select the layout you want.
• Review available units and click “Start Application.”
• Each adult (18+) in the household needs a separate email address and applicant portal.
• Pay the application fee of $13 per adult.
• Complete all signatures within 24 hours — incomplete applications are cancelled automatically and cannot be recovered.

Please ensure you have all income documentation ready before you start the application.

The review process may take up to 2 weeks and happens in two phases:

• Phase 1: Background check. If approved or conditionally approved, your application moves forward.
• Phase 2: A compliance team assesses your eligibility for the LIHTC affordable housing program.

Responding quickly to any document requests is important — delays in documentation can slow your application or result in cancellation.

Gather the following before you start your application:

• Government-issued photo ID for every adult (18+) household member
• Proof of all income sources for every household member (pay stubs, tax returns, Social Security letters, child support documentation, etc.)
• Separate email addresses for each adult — each must create their own applicant portal

All income must be documented and submitted; missing documentation will delay processing. Visit our Affordable Housing Qualifications page to view all requirements.

Apartment pricing:

• 2-bedroom (1,001–1,100 sq ft): Rent is $1,515/month
• 3-bedroom (1,201–1,300 sq ft): Rent is $1,750/month
• 4-bedroom (1,400–1,442 sq ft): Rent is $1,953/month

All rents include electricity, water, sewer, and trash. Rent stays fixed for the full 12-month lease term. Visit our Floor Plans page for current pricing and availability.

• Surface lot parking: Included in monthly rent — no extra charge.
• Covered carport parking: Available for $50 per month per stall.

Yes. Alma participates in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, a federal initiative that supports the development of high-quality affordable rental housing. This means Alma offers below-market rents to households that meet income guidelines — without sacrificing modern finishes, amenities, or community quality.

Household income limits and full-time student household limitations apply. Learn more about qualifying on our affordable housing qualifications page.

LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) is a federal program created in 1986 that gives tax incentives to developers who build or renovate affordable rental housing. Communities like Alma are required to rent to households below certain income thresholds at rents that remain affordable.

Importantly, rent at Alma is not calculated based on your individual income — it is a fixed monthly rate. If you qualify income-wise, you pay the standard rent, regardless of whether you’re at the low or high end of the income range.

Alma’s income limits are set at 60% of Area Median Income (AMI). Your total gross household income (before taxes) must be under the following amounts:

• 1 person: $47,160
• 2 people: $53,820
• 2 people: $53,820
• 3 people: $60,600
• 4 people: $67,320
• 5 people: $72,720
• 6 people: $78,120
• 7 people: $83,520
• 8 people: $88,920
• 9 people: $94,260

The limits may be adjusted annually by HUD.

Your household’s gross monthly income must be at least 2 times the monthly rent. For example:

• If your rent is $1,515/month → minimum household income: $3,030/month ($36,360/year)
• If your rent is $1,750/month → minimum household income: $3,500/month ($42,000/year)
• If your rent is $1,953/month → minimum household income: $3,906/month ($46,872/year)

Your monthly rent at Alma covers four major household utilities:

• ⚡ Electricity
• 💧 Water
• 🔁 Sewer
• 🗑️ Trash

This can represent a savings of $150–$300 per month compared to communities where utilities are not included — making Alma’s true cost of living significantly lower than the rent number alone suggests.

Yes! Alma welcomes up to 2 pets per apartment home. Dogs and cats are welcome (breed restrictions apply for dogs). Alma also features a dedicated dog run for your pup to stretch their legs.

• Maximum: 2 pets per home
• Pet deposit: $300 refundable per pet
• Pet rent: $50/month per pet

The following dog breeds are not permitted at Alma Apartments:

• Akitas
• Chow Chows
• Doberman Pinschers
• German Shepherds
• Huskies
• Malamutes
• Pit Bulls
• Presa Canarios
• Rottweilers
• Staffordshire Terriers
• Wolf-Hybrids

Have questions about a specific breed? Contact our leasing team before applying.

Community amenities:

• Outdoor swimming pool with sundeck
• Fitness center
• Clubroom / resident lounge
• Secure package room
• Community laundry center
• Tot lot (playground)
• Outdoor game lawn
• Dog run

In-unit features (every apartment):

• Stainless steel appliances including French door refrigerator
• Quartz countertops
• Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring throughout
• Modern cabinetry with recessed lighting
• Ceiling fans in bedrooms and living room
• Private patio or balcony
• Walk-in closets (select units)

• 2-bedroom: ~1,001–1,100 sq ft
• 3-bedroom: ~1,201–1,300 sq ft
• 4-bedroom: ~1,400–1,442 sq ft

All floor plans feature open layouts designed for comfortable family living. View all floor plans on our floor plans page.

Everyday conveniences are close at hand from Alma:

• Grocery: Safeway, ALDI
• Shopping: The Promenade at Casa Grande, Tri-Valley Plaza, Grande Shops
• Dining: BeDillon’s Restaurant, Anaya’s Fresh Mexican, Big House Cafe, LGrande Cafe, A Latte Vino
• Parks & outdoors: Villago Park, Dave White Regional Park, Casa Grande Dog Park, Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
• Culture: The Museum of Casa Grande