Akron, AL Low Income Housing

Akron, AL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Akron, AL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Akron, AL?
To qualify for low income housing in Alabama, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Akron, AL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Akron, AL, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Akron, AL. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Akron, Alabama - Hale County

Studio Apartments $822
One Bedroom Apartments $1,018
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,277
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,368

List of Low Income Housing in or near Akron, AL

Eutaw Elderly Village - Eutaw

321 Tuscaloosa St
Eutaw, AL -
(205)372-1028
Eutaw Elderly Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eutaw Elderly Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 8.69 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Greene County AL Housing Authority - Eutaw

429 W.m. Branch Heights Drive
Eutaw, AL - 35462
(205) 372-3342
Greene County AL Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments. The eligibility requirements for this program are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these rentals . If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 8.95 miles from Akron


Community Service Programs Of West Alabama - Greene County - Eutaw

116 Prairie Ave
Eutaw, AL - 35462
205-372-4562
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 9.15 miles from Akron


Community Service Programs Of West Alabama - Hale County - Sawyerville

3642 County Road 17
Sawyerville, AL - 36776
334-624-4034
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 10.69 miles from Akron


Magnolia Village Apartments - Greensboro

1910 Short Blount Street
Greensboro, AL - 36744
(334) 624-4388
Magnolia Village Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Magnolia Village Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 13.95 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Greensboro AL Housing Authority - Greensboro

101 Centerville Circle
Greensboro, AL - 36744
(334) 624-7728
Greensboro AL Housing Authority offers housing assistance to Low Income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments. These rentals are income based and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these rentals. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 14.10 miles from Akron


Eastridge Apartments - Greensboro

201 Eastridge Apts.
Greensboro, AL - 36744
(334) 624-4617
Eastridge Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastridge Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 14.24 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hale Empowerment And Revitalization Organization (hero) - Greensboro

1120 Main Street
Greensboro, AL - Alaba
334-624-0842
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: 36744 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling...see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 14.27 miles from Akron


Oak Trace Apartments - Tuscaloosa

5775 Mcfarland Blvd. East
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35405
(205)758-0544
Oak Trace Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Trace Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 23.28 miles from Akron

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Side CDC - Tuscaloosa

3101 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL -
205-562-3215
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: English ...see full details
Hale County
Listing Location: 23.45 miles from Akron


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Akron, AL

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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