Takoma Park, MD Low Income Housing

Takoma Park, MD Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Takoma Park, MD

How do I qualify for low income housing in Takoma Park, MD?
To qualify for low income housing in Maryland, 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 Takoma Park, MD

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Takoma Park, MD, 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 Takoma Park, MD. 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 Takoma Park, Maryland - Montgomery County

Studio Apartments $1,615
One Bedroom Apartments $1,838
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,299
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,742

List of Low Income Housing in or near Takoma Park, MD

Southbridge Apartments - Affordable Community

Southbridge Apartments - Affordable Community - Takoma Park

7411 Aspen Court
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
(301) 587-3380
...see full details
Montgomery County

Hancock Apartments - Affordable Community

Hancock Apartments - Affordable Community - Takoma Park

7513 Maple Avenue
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
(301) 270-5530
...see full details
Montgomery County

Gilbert Highlands - Affordable Community

Gilbert Highlands - Affordable Community - Takoma Park

8508 Flower Ave.
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
(301) 495-3117
...see full details
Montgomery County

Glenville Apartments - Affordable Community

Glenville Apartments - Affordable Community - Takoma Park

8502 Greenwood Avenue
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
(301) 495-4803
...see full details
Montgomery County

Wash-mclaughlin Christian

Wash-mclaughlin Christian - Takoma Park

6501 Poplar Ave
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
301-855-7471
Wash-mclaughlin Christian is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wash-mclaughlin Christian for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Victory Tower - Takoma Park

7051 Carroll Ave
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
(301)270-1858
Victory Tower is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Victory Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Franklin Apartments - Takoma Park

7620 Maple Ave
Takoma Park, MD - 20912
(301) 270-5525
Franklin Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Franklin Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Youth In Transition - Takoma Park

8210 Houston Ct
Takoma Park, MD - 20815
(202) 608-4798
Youth In Transition is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Youth In Transition for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Montgomery County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Takoma Park, MD

  • 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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