Affordable Housing Communities

Sunrise Circle - IMMEDIATE MOVE-IN FOR HOMELESS & DISABLED
(Please read criteria below or call 602.252.2865 for more information.)

Sunrise Circle is Native American Connections newest affordable housing community. Sunrise Circle is a 35-unit affordable housing community located in the thriving 40th Street and Thomas area with easy access to shopping, entertainment, bus transportation and potential employers; Sunrise Circle is a dream come true to those seeking low-income affordable housing. These brand new, fully furnished studio and one bedroom apartments offer a large, fully appointed kitchen with pantry; ample closet and storage space, and bright, cheery interior finishes. Residents pay their electric, which is Salt River Project. Each apartment faces a courtyard with an expansive greenbelt area and a community room for resident meetings. An onsite City of Phoenix Police Department Substation offers our residents and the neighborhood an extra measure of security. Our housing case manager is available for those in housing to assist with entitlement and job search.

Rental Criteria

• Families or individuals who are homeless.
• Permanent apartments require a family income of a minimum of $17,400 annually for a studio and $19,500 annually for a one bedroom. In addition, annual adjusted gross income must be less than $20,500 for one person, $23,450 for a family of 2 and for a family of 3 - $26,350.
• Background check is required with no felonies or misdemeanor convictions of crimes against persons or sexual assault.
• All residents must agree to Program participation which includes having all entitlements or securing employment within 90 days of occupancy and drug and alcohol free
• Monthly rental rate is based on 30% of the family’s monthly adjusted gross income
• Permanent housing required a disability that is certified by a healthcare provider.

Catherine Arms

Catherine Arms is conveniently located downtown at 4th Avenue and Fillmore across from the Pappas School. With the adjacent bus line and central location, Catherine Arms offers easy access to employment and entertainment. This quaint, courtyard apartment property provides a strong sense of community to its residents. The onsite day care, full time workforce housing case manager and utility paid, furnished studio and one bedroom apartments, provide families with the opportunity to regain their self sufficiency in a safe environment. Furnished, studio and one bedroom apartments with utilities included are available.

Rental Criteria:

• Families who are homeless.
• Annual adjusted gross income must be less than $20,500 for a single individual; $23,450 for a family of 2; and $26,350 for a family of three.
• Background check required with no felonies or misdemeanor convictions of crimes against persons or sexual assault.
• All residents must agree to Program participation which includes being employed within 90 days of initial occupancy and drug and alcohol free
• Monthly rental rate is based on 30% of the family’s monthly adjusted gross income
• Transitional and Permanent Supportive apartments are available
• Transitional housing is for a maximum of 24 months. Permanent housing requires a disability that is certified by a healthcare provider.

Stepping Stone Place

Stepping Stone Place, a 48 unit single occupancy, permanent, Section 8 housing property is set on 3 acres of lush green lawn. The property is conveniently located at 14th Street and McDowell, on the bus line and within walking distance of retail centers as well as a major medical center. Two, three story, historic Victorian style buildings are home to 27 residents who share two community kitchens and 6 men’s and women’s bathrooms. 20 HIV/Aids residents reside in single unit rooms in an expansive single story, handicapped accessible building that also houses a commercial kitchen and community dining room. All units are fully furnished including a personal size refrigerator and microwave. Also, all utilities are included. Through a Supportive Services Contract with the City of Phoenix, Native American Connections is able to provide all residents with breakfast and lunch 5 days a week, prepared by our talented cook. On site housing case management is available to assist residents in securing entitlements or to gain employment or educational opportunities.

Rental Criteria:

• Single individuals who are homeless.
• Annual adjusted gross income of less than $20,500.
• Background check conducted by the City of Phoenix Section 8 Department is required with no felonies or misdemeanor convictions of crimes against persons or sexual assault.
• All residents must agree to Program participation which includes having all entitlements or securing employment within 90 days of occupancy and drug and alcohol free.
• Permanent property based Section 8 is not transferable to any other property. The resident pays a portion of the $348 monthly rent, as determined by Section 8, based on 30% of the individual’s monthly adjusted gross income.
• Security deposit is $50, payable prior to move-in.

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Affordable housing communities located in Central Phoenix that include modern amenities, community centers and many other features. One community is a low-income housing tax credit community that targets working families at less than $31,500 per year for a family of 5. Another one of the communities targets persons over 62 years of age in an independent, secure, living environment.

Rental applications may be dropped off at our property management leasing office at 4520 N. Central Ave., Suite 120 Phoenix, AZ 85012. Call our property management office at 602-252-2865 for leasing information and availability.

Native American Connections is an equal housing opportunity provider and conducts business in accordance to the City of Phoenix’s Fair Housing Laws.