FAQs
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Leasing & Availability
Emberwood begins pre-leasing in June 2026, reserving your home for when Emberwood opens in October of this year.
Submit a Contact Form to be notified when Emberwood begins pre-leasing.
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.
While our construction team puts the finishing touches on our community, we aren't able to do tours at this time. We will notify everyone once we are available for in-person tours!
Yes. Emberwood is a 100% smoke-free community. Smoking is not permitted inside apartment homes, on patios and balconies, or in any common community area.
Emberwood offers accessible apartment homes and community spaces. Please contact our leasing office to discuss your specific accessibility needs and availability of accessible units.
Pricing & Costs
Rent rates may be adjusted annually when HUD updates income limits for the area. However, your rent is locked in for the full term of your signed lease — it will not increase mid-year. Any potential rate adjustment would only apply at your next lease renewal.
The application fee is $13 per adult (18+) household member. A security deposit — the amount determined by credit screening results — will be due upon approval.
Emberwood offers 12-month lease terms. Your rent is fixed for the entire lease period. Rent is not based on your household's income — it is a set monthly amount that remains consistent throughout your lease.
Qualifying & Affordable Housing
Yes. Emberwood 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 Emberwood 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.
Emberwood is an affordable 55+ community, meaning Emberwood offers below-market rents to households that meet income guidelines and have at least one household member who is age 55 or older.
Emberwood'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: $47,220
2 people: $54,000
3 people: $60,720
4 people: $67,440
5 people: $72,840
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)
Yes. Emberwood Apartments accepts Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and other forms of rental assistance, provided the subsidy meets or exceeds the established rent amount. Contact our leasing team to discuss how your voucher applies.
Emberwood is an age-restricted 55+ community. At least one resident in each household must be 55 years of age or older.
Yes, in most cases. As long as one person in the household is 55 or older, a younger spouse or domestic partner can reside with them.
Neither. Emberwood is an independent living, active adult apartment community. Emberwood does not provide personal care, medical services, or daily living assistance. Emberwood is for income-restricted 55+ adults who are living independently and want a vibrant, social community with great amenities — without any of the overhead of nursing care.
Utilities
Your monthly rent at Emberwood 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 Emberwood's true cost of living significantly lower than the rent number alone suggests.
The only utility not included in rent is internet, which is optional.
Amenities & Community Life
Emberwood offers resort-caliber amenities designed specifically for active adults: an outdoor pool, pickleball courts, fitness center, clubroom, game room, multipurpose room, grilling stations, pet park, package room, work-from-home rooms, and a laundry center. It's a full lifestyle campus, not just a building with a pool.
Yes! Emberwood is the only 55+ community in Casa Grande with dedicated pickleball courts — one of the fastest-growing sports among active adults.
Yes, Emberwood has an outdoor pool and pool deck with lounge chairs. It's a great place to relax and connect with neighbors in the Arizona sunshine.