Eagle Lake, FL Low Income Housing

Eagle Lake, FL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Eagle Lake, FL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Eagle Lake, FL?
To qualify for low income housing in Florida, 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 Eagle Lake, FL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Eagle Lake, FL, 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 Eagle Lake, FL. 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 Eagle Lake, Florida - Polk County

Studio Apartments $935
One Bedroom Apartments $1,157
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,565
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,971

List of Low Income Housing in or near Eagle Lake, FL

Abbey Lane Apartments - Winter Haven

100 Evergreen Pl SW
Winter Haven, FL - 33880
(863) 869-2041
Polk County
Listing Location: 1.59 miles from Eagle Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Whispering Pines - Bartow - Bartow

4302 Scott Drive
Bartow, FL - 33830
941-375-2222
Polk County
Listing Location: 2.20 miles from Eagle Lake


Winter Haven Housing Authority - Winter Haven

2670 Avenue C SW
Winter Haven, FL - 33880
(863) 294-7369
Polk County
Listing Location: 2.54 miles from Eagle Lake


Winter Oak Apartments - Winter Haven

200 Avenue K. S.e.
Winter Haven, FL -
863-293-3350
Polk County
Listing Location: 2.60 miles from Eagle Lake


First Christian Towers - Winter Haven

745 Avenue A SW
Winter Haven, FL - 33880
(863) 293-6014
Polk County
Listing Location: 2.86 miles from Eagle Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Winter Haven Manor - Affordable Community - Winter Haven

140 Avenue A SW
Winter Haven, FL - 33880
(863) 293-5630
Polk County
Listing Location: 3.06 miles from Eagle Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Episcopal-cath0lic Apartments - Winter Haven

500 Avenue L Nw
Winter Haven, FL - 33881
863-299-4481
Polk County
Listing Location: 3.67 miles from Eagle Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Episcopal-Catholic - Winter Haven

500 Avenue L NW
Winter Haven, FL - 33881
863-299-4481
Polk County
Listing Location: 3.69 miles from Eagle Lake


Taro Pakemi - Bartow

3901 Mine Road
Bartow, FL - 33830
(352) 787-2700
Polk County
Listing Location: 3.87 miles from Eagle Lake


Lakeside Terrace Senior - Winter Haven

N Side of Avenue O NE at 2nd Street NE
Winter Haven, FL - 33881
(855) 873-1564
Polk County
Listing Location: 4.05 miles from Eagle Lake


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Eagle Lake, FL

  • 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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