Live Oak, FL Low Income Housing

Live Oak, FL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Live Oak, FL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Live Oak, 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 Live Oak, FL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Live Oak, 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 Live Oak, 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 Live Oak, Florida - Suwannee County

Studio Apartments $708
One Bedroom Apartments $713
Two Bedroom Apartments $916
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,108

List of Low Income Housing in or near Live Oak, FL

Live Oak Housing Authority - Live Oak

406 Webb Drive NE
Live Oak, FL - 32064
(386)362-2123
Live Oak 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...see full details
Suwannee County

Florida Cooperative Extension - Suwannee County Cooperative Extension Service

Florida Cooperative Extension - Suwannee County Cooperative Extension Service - Live Oak

1302 11th Street Sw
Live Oak, FL - 32064
386-362-2771
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
Suwannee County

Silas Oaks - Live Oak

1120 SW Silas Drive
Live Oak, FL - 32064

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Silas Oaks has 110 subsidized apartments out of a total of 110 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Silas Oaks. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9%. ...see full details
Suwannee County

Meadows Apartments Ph I - Live Oak

1600 S.e. Helvenston St. E-1
Live Oak, FL - 32060
386-362-6397
Currently Meadows Apartments Ph I has 51 subsidized apartments out of a total of 51 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 6 one bedroom apartments at Meadows Apartments Ph I. Housing program available: Rental Assistance RD | Section 515. ...see full details
Suwannee County

Dowling Park - Live Oak

23760 Park Center Drive
Live Oak, FL - 32060
386-658-3333
This is a HUD funded apartment. HUD rent subsidies apply. This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Dowling Park has 100 subsidized apartments out of a total of 100 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. There are 94 one bedroom apartments at Dowling Park. The apartment was built in 1982. Housing program available: Elderly Housing Community Loan | Rental Assistance HUD | Section 223(f) Refi Purchase. ...see full details
Suwannee County

Dowling Hall - Live Oak

23740 Park Center Dr.
Live Oak, FL - 32060
386-658-5262
Dowling Hall is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dowling Hall for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suwannee County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Dowling Park Apartments

Dowling Park Apartments - Live Oak

23760 Park Center Dr.
Live Oak, FL - 32060
386-658-2597
Dowling Park Apartments Inc. is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dowling Park Apartments Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suwannee County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Village Oaks Apartments

Village Oaks Apartments - Live Oak

705 Northwest Drive
Live Oak, FL - 32060
386-364-7936
Village Oaks Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Village Oaks Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Suwannee County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Live Oak, 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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