Colt, AR Low Income Housing

Colt, AR Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Colt, AR

How do I qualify for low income housing in Colt, AR?
To qualify for low income housing in Arkansas, 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 Colt, AR

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Colt, AR, 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 Colt, AR. 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.

List of Low Income Housing in or near Colt, AR

Forrest City Housing Authority - Forrest City

805 Mann Street
Forrest City, AR - 72335
(870) 633-7929
Forrest City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. These rentals are income based and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for this programs apartments. 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, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 7.25 miles from Colt


Chapel Ridge of Forrest City Apartments - Forrest City

1085 Holiday Dr
Forrest City, AR - 72335
(870) 630-9800
Please contact property for available vacancies...see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 7.34 miles from Colt


Indian Hills Apartments - Forrest City

1731 Indian Hills Rd
Forrest City, AR - 72335
(901) 759-7285
Indian Hills Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Indian Hills Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 7.72 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Christopher Homes Of Palestine - Palestine

21 Christopher Place
Palestine, AR - 72372
870-581-2023
Christopher Homes Of Palestine is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Christopher Homes Of Palestine for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 7.77 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cross County Apartments - Wynne

Highway 1 North
Wynne, AR - 72396
501.280.0037
Cross County Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cross County Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 9.06 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Whitaker Manor Apartments - Madison

119 Hadley Drive
Madison, AR - 72359
870-633-7302
Whitaker Manor Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Whitaker Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 10.63 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cliffridge Apartments - Wynne

850 Eldridge Ave
Wynne, AR - 72396
870-238-7747
Cliffridge Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cliffridge Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 12.32 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wheatley Manor Apartments - Wheatley

151 Highway 78 N
Wheatley, AR - 72392
(501) 870-8100
Wheatley Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wheatley Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 17.40 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Margaret Fowler Manor - Mc Crory

500 E Second St
Mc Crory, AR - 72101
870-731-5232
Margaret Fowler Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Margaret Fowler Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 20.80 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

John Davis Manor - Paterson

404 2nd Sw Street
Paterson, AR - 72123
(870) 731-1700
John Davis Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact John Davis Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Saint Francis County
Listing Location: 20.81 miles from Colt

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Colt, AR

  • 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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