Leighton, AL Low Income Housing

Leighton, AL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Leighton, AL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Leighton, AL?
To qualify for low income housing in Alabama, 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 Leighton, AL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Leighton, AL, 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 Leighton, AL. 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 Leighton, Alabama - Colbert County

Studio Apartments $617
One Bedroom Apartments $811
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,000
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,249

List of Low Income Housing in or near Leighton, AL

Creekview Manor Apartments - Town Creek

1962 Alabama Hwy 20 W
Town Creek, AL - 35672
(256)685-0435
Creekview Manor Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Creekview Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 6.66 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Town Creek Apartments - Town Creek

1 Auburn Street
Town Creek, AL -
(256)685-3360
Town Creek Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Town Creek Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 7.65 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Avalon Park Apartments - Muscle Shoals

1901 Sheffield Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL - 35631
(256)381-8406
Avalon Park Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Avalon Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 7.66 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Action Agency Of Northwest Alabama - Colbert County - Muscle Shoals

528e Kelsey Avenue
Muscle Shoals, AL - 35661
256-383-3832
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 9.52 miles from Leighton


Spring Creek Apartments - Tuscumbia

1200 Avenue A
Tuscumbia, AL - 35674
256 383-0261
Spring Creek Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Spring Creek Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 9.64 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Terrace - Tuscumbia

Woodmount Street
Tuscumbia, AL - 35674
256-381-3746
Oak Terrace is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 10.28 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tuscumbia Housing Authority - Tuscumbia

106 S Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL - 35674
(256) 381-0915
Tuscumbia Housing Authority offers housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments. The eligibility requirements for this program are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for assistance and rentals. If you are in need of assistance in the are please contact the Housing Authority directly at the number provided to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 10.36 miles from Leighton


Keller Court Apartments - Tuscumbia - Tuscumbia

901 Keller Ln
Tuscumbia, AL - 35674
(256) 381-5193
Keller Court Apartments offers 105 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M-F 9:00 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 10.79 miles from Leighton


Keller Court Apartments - Tuscumbia

901 Keller Lane
Tuscumbia, AL -
(256)381-5193
Keller Court Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Keller Court Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 10.79 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Weeden Heights Apartments - Florence

3610 Huntsville Rd
Florence, AL - 35630
(256)767-6543
Weeden Heights Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Weeden Heights Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Colbert County
Listing Location: 11.31 miles from Leighton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Leighton, AL

  • 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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