Emerson, AR Low Income Housing

Emerson, AR Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Emerson, AR

How do I qualify for low income housing in Emerson, 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 Emerson, AR

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

HUD Fair Market Rent For Emerson, Arkansas - Columbia County

Studio Apartments $547
One Bedroom Apartments $720
Two Bedroom Apartments $964
Three Bedroom Apartments $967

List of Low Income Housing in or near Emerson, AR

Pine Valley Apartments - Magnolia

100 Sherwood Dr
Magnolia, AR - 71753
870-234-5540
Pine Valley Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pine Valley Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Columbia County
Listing Location: 10.47 miles from Emerson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Westwood Village - Magnolia

1032 Mullins St
Magnolia, AR -
(870) 234-7164
Westwood Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Westwood Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Columbia County
Listing Location: 10.51 miles from Emerson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Haynesville Housing Authority - Haynesville

1953 Mill Street
Haynesville, LA - 71038
(318) 624-1272
Haynesville 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 waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. 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
Columbia County
Listing Location: 10.52 miles from Emerson


Jay Johnston Group Living Center - Magnolia

816 W Main St
Magnolia, AR - 71753
(870) 234-6118
Jay Johnston Group Living Center is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jay Johnston Group Living Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Columbia County
Listing Location: 11.09 miles from Emerson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ralph Weiser Independent Living Center - Magnolia

1320 E North St
Magnolia, AR - 71753
(870) 234-6118
Ralph Weiser Independent Living Center is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ralph Weiser Independent Living Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Columbia County
Listing Location: 11.11 miles from Emerson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Camelot Apartments - Springhill

17 Camelot Dr
Springhill, LA - 71075
318-539-2226
Camelot Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Camelot Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Columbia County
Listing Location: 17.31 miles from Emerson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Magnolia Housing Agency (AAA) - Magnolia

600 Columbia II East
Magnolia, AR - 71754
(870) 234-7410
Magnolia Housing Agency provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for vouchers and at times the list may close to new applicants due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance in the area. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Agency directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Columbia County
Listing Location: 17.35 miles from Emerson


Stephens Housing Authority - Stephens

3 Davis Drive
Stephens, AR - 71764
(870) 786-5263
Stephens Housing Authority provided low income residents with housing assistance through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. These rentals are income based and the 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
Columbia County
Listing Location: 21.94 miles from Emerson


Cotton Valley Housing Authority - Cotton Valley

437 Crow Street
Cotton Valley, LA - 71018
(318) 832-5251
Cotton Valley 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 waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. 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
Columbia County
Listing Location: 23.83 miles from Emerson


Homer Housing Authority - Homer

329 South 4th Street
Homer, LA - 71040
(318) 927-3579
Homer 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 waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. 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
Columbia County
Listing Location: 24.12 miles from Emerson


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Emerson, 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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