Cusseta, AL Low Income Housing

Cusseta, AL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Cusseta, AL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Cusseta, 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 Cusseta, 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 Cusseta, Alabama - Lee County

Studio Apartments $774
One Bedroom Apartments $992
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,327
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,393

List of Low Income Housing in or near Cusseta, AL

Valley Housing Authority - Valley

1 Boyd Circle
Valley, AL - 36854
(334) 756-9354
Valley Housing Authority offers housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments. The eligibility requirements for these rentals 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 for more information about programs and rentals offered, eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 4.88 miles from Cusseta


Sylvia Word Manor - Valley

1901 35th St
Valley, AL - 36854
(334)768-2424
Sylvia Word Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sylvia Word Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 6.96 miles from Cusseta

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Point Housing Authority - West Point

1201 E. 12th Street
West Point, GA - 31833
(706) 645-1216
West Point Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the overwhelming need for housing assistance and the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 9.06 miles from Cusseta


Arbor Place Apartments - Opelika

515 Foxrun Pky
Opelika, AL - 36801
334-745-0565
Arbor Place Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Arbor Place Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 10.37 miles from Cusseta

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Neighborworks Opelika - Opelika

605 2nd Avenue
Opelika, AL - 36801
334-749-1216
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 10.89 miles from Cusseta


Lafayette Housing Authority - Lafayette

Bldg 1 1st Avenue S.W.
Lafayette, AL - 36862
(334) 864-8391
Lafayette Housing Authority is managed by the Auburn Housing Authority. The LHA provides housing assistance to low income residents in the area through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. Currently the LHA manages over 100 apartments located in four communities. These communities are Green Homes, Stephens Homes, Hilltop Apartments and Jenkins Apartments. These rentals are income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for some of these apartments. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about program eligibility, availability of rentals and their application procedures. The Lafayette office is available Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm to assist you. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 11.22 miles from Cusseta


East Alabama Group Home - Opelika

601 Marion Ave
Opelika, AL - 36801
(334)749-3536
East Alabama Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact East Alabama Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 11.89 miles from Cusseta

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Timothy Manor Apartments - Opelika

2016 Waverly Pky 300
Opelika, AL - 36801
334-749-4400
Timothy Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Timothy Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 11.99 miles from Cusseta

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Opelika Housing Authority - Opelika

1706 Toomer Street
Opelika, AL - 36801
(334) 745-4171
Opelika Housing Authority provides housing options to those in need in the area. These services are provided through the management of Public Housing communities and Housing Choice Vouchers, formerly Section 8. Currently the Housing Authority operates 634 Public Housing Apartments throughout 10 communities and administers 490 Housing Choice Vouchers. There may be a waiting list for these programs and rentals. Please contact them directly for more information about eligibility, availability, and application procedures if you are in need of housing assistance. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 12.12 miles from Cusseta


Oakwood Apartments - Opelika

3406 Dale Ave
Opelika, AL -
(334)749-2300
Oakwood Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 13.49 miles from Cusseta

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Cusseta, 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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