Gunnison, MS Low Income Housing

Gunnison, MS Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Gunnison, MS

How do I qualify for low income housing in Gunnison, MS?
To qualify for low income housing in Mississippi, 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 Gunnison, MS

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Gunnison, MS, 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 Gunnison, MS. 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 Gunnison, Mississippi - Bolivar County

Studio Apartments $589
One Bedroom Apartments $775
Two Bedroom Apartments $943
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,041

List of Low Income Housing in or near Gunnison, MS

Rosewood Apartments - Rosedale

1106 Old Peavine Rd
Rosedale, MS - 38769
(901) 759-7285
Rosewood Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rosewood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 6.71 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Shelby Housing Authority - Shelby

1305 Lake Street
Shelby, MS - 38774
(662) 398-7141
Shelby 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
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 9.94 miles from Gunnison


Church Garden Apartments - Shelby

500 Church Street
Shelby, MS - 38774
601-544-3172
Church Garden Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Church Garden Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 10.50 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Shelby Apartments - Shelby

1300 Kennedy Street
Shelby, MS - 38774
(662) 398-7674
Shelby Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shelby Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 10.64 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Delta Partners Manor I - Shelby

1301 Church Street
Shelby, MS - 38774
(601) 856-2362
Delta Partners Manor I is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Delta Partners Manor I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 10.64 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

M.h. Winston Community Apartments - Winstonville

301 South J.f.k. Avenue
Winstonville, MS - 38781
601-982-4300
M.h. Winston Community Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact M.h. Winston Community Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 11.23 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mound Bayou Housing Authority - Mound Bayou

504 Banks Avenue
Mound Bayou, MS - 38762
(601)741-2061
Mound Bayou 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
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 13.14 miles from Gunnison


Herdy Micou Homes For The Elderly - MOUND BAYOU

512 RAYNOR RD
MOUND BAYOU, MS -
662-741-2052
Herdy Micou Homes For The Elderly is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Herdy Micou Homes For The Elderly for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 13.16 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carpenter Estates - MS - Cleveland

312 W Carpenter Road, Bldg J
Cleveland, MS - 38732
(662) 843-9449
Offers 72 units of low income housing tax credit. ...see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 18.00 miles from Gunnison


South Central Village For The Elder - Cleveland

609 Glassco St
Cleveland, MS - 38732
(662) 846-0784
South Central Village For The Elder is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact South Central Village For The Elder for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bolivar County
Listing Location: 19.53 miles from Gunnison

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Gunnison, MS

  • 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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