Staunton, VA Low Income Housing

Staunton, VA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Staunton, VA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Staunton, VA?
To qualify for low income housing in Virginia, 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 Staunton, VA

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

List of Low Income Housing in or near Staunton, VA

Garber Manor Senior Apartments

Garber Manor Senior Apartments - Staunton

1131 Montgomery Ave
Staunton, VA - 24401
(804) 644-1086
Total Apartment Units: 46 Type of Listing: 202/811 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy. Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing ...see full details
Staunton City County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Staunton Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Staunton Redevelopment and Housing Authority - Staunton

900 Elizabeth Miller Gardens
Staunton, VA - 24401
(540) 886-3413
Staunton Redevelopment and Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers 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 i...see full details
Staunton City County

Willow View Townhomes - Staunton

102 Baylor Street
Staunton, VA - 24401
757-473-8575
Willow View Townhomes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Willow View Townhomes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Staunton City County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Gypsy Hill House - Staunton

500 C Street
Staunton, VA - 24401
540-886-8661
Gypsy Hill House is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Gypsy Hill House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Staunton City County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Garber Manor Iii

Garber Manor Iii - Staunton

Montgomery Street Lot 2b-2 Phase Iii
Staunton, VA - 24401
(804) 644-1086
Garber Manor Iii is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Garber Manor Iii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Staunton City County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Plaza Apartments - Staunton

1316 Barterbrook Rd
Staunton, VA - 24401
(540) 885-0836
Plaza Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Plaza Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Staunton City County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Staunton, VA

  • 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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