Black, AL Low Income Housing

Black, AL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Black, AL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Black, 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 Black, AL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Black, 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 Black, 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 Black, Alabama - Geneva County

Studio Apartments $622
One Bedroom Apartments $761
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,015
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,156

List of Low Income Housing in or near Black, AL

Hartford AL Housing Authority - Hartford

207 Newton Street
Hartford, AL - 36344
(334) 588-3303
Hartford Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. The eligibility requirements for these programs and rentals are set by HUD and there may be a waiting list for rentals or vouchers. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly at the number provided to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance or rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 7.42 miles from Black


Geneva Retirement Center - Geneva

10 Briarcliff Rd
Geneva, AL - 36340
334-983-3571
Geneva Retirement Center is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Geneva Retirement Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 9.53 miles from Black

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Human Resource Development Corp - Geneva County - Geneva

312 W Magnolia Street
Geneva, AL - 36340
334-684-6443
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 10.24 miles from Black


NW Florida Regional Housing Authority - Graceville

5302 Brown Street
Graceville, FL - 32440
(850) 263-5303
NW Florida Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for rentals or vouchers and at times these lists may close to new applicants due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance and the size and length of wait of the list. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance , the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 13.91 miles from Black


Graceland Manor Apartments - Graceville

5445 Brown St
Graceville, FL - 32440
850-263-4464
Graceland Manor Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Graceland Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 13.94 miles from Black

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Graceville Villas Ltd - Graceville

1116 Sanders Avenue A-1
Graceville, FL - 32440
850-263-7167
Currently Graceville Villas Ltd has 31 subsidized apartments out of a total of 31 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 10 one bedroom apartments at Graceville Villas Ltd. Housing program available: Rental Assistance RD | Section 515. ...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 14.56 miles from Black


Graceville Estates - Graceville

1602 Sanders Avenue
Graceville, FL - 32440
850-263-0940
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Graceville Estates has 31 subsidized apartments out of a total of 31 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 31 one bedroom apartments at Graceville Estates. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | Rental Assistance RD | Section 515. ...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 14.74 miles from Black


Florida Cooperative Extension - Holmes County Cooperative Extension Service - Bonifay

1169 E. Highway 90
Bonifay, FL - 32425
850-547-1108
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation 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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 14.89 miles from Black


College Square Apartments - Graceville

1198 Sanders Avenue
Graceville, FL - 32440
850-263-2014
Currently College Square Apartments has 32 subsidized apartments out of a total of 32 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 8 one bedroom apartments at College Square Apartments. Housing program available: Rental Assistance RD | Section 515. ...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 14.94 miles from Black


Holmes County Housing Authority - Bonifay

902 N Waukesha Street
Bonifay, FL - 32425
(850) 547-1111
Housing Authority. Low Income Housing, Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). Eligibility   based on income, family status. Provides the following services: Housing, Financial Assistance Housing, Rental Subsidized Housing, Seniors/Disabled Housing, Shelters Low Cost Home Rental Listings Public Housing Section 8 Rental Assistance Program Rental Listings Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm.       ...see full details
Geneva County
Listing Location: 14.95 miles from Black


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Black, 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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