West Blocton, AL Low Income Housing

West Blocton, AL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in West Blocton, AL

How do I qualify for low income housing in West Blocton, 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 West Blocton, AL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in West Blocton, 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 West Blocton, 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 West Blocton, Alabama - Bibb County

Studio Apartments $942
One Bedroom Apartments $1,075
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,376
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,494

List of Low Income Housing in or near West Blocton, AL

Community Service Programs Of West Alabama - Bibb County - Centreville

200 Second Street
Centreville, AL -
205-926-9384
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. ...see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 9.30 miles from West Blocton


Brent Housing Authority - Brent

10 White Street
Brent, AL - 35034
(205) 926-7781
Brent Housing Authority offers housing assistance to Low Income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments. These apartments are income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these rentals. 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 and their application procedures. ...see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 11.66 miles from West Blocton


Pines Apartments - Bessemer

600 Crumpton Dr Sw
Bessemer, AL - 35023
205-425-8472
Pines Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pines Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 21.00 miles from West Blocton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Running Brook Apartments - Tuscaloosa

4413 Cypress Creek Ave.east
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35405
(205)556-8070
Running Brook Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Running Brook Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 21.39 miles from West Blocton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Peppertree Apartments - Bessemer

28 Division St
Bessemer, AL - 35020
(205)425-0486
Peppertree Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Peppertree Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 21.46 miles from West Blocton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mcconnell Hills - Tuscaloosa

4620 18th Ave E
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35405
(205)553-1223
Mcconnell Hills is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mcconnell Hills for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 22.09 miles from West Blocton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Trace Apartments - Tuscaloosa

5775 Mcfarland Blvd. East
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35405
(205)758-0544
Oak Trace Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Trace Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 22.38 miles from West Blocton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

National Affordable Housing Preservation Associates - Tuscaloosa

PO Box 71330
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35407
(205)345-3800
To Promote The Long Term Preservation Of Federally Assisted Affordable Housing And The Construction Of Low Income Housing For The Benefit Of Low Income Persons And Families, Particularly In Rural Areas And Small Towns Of The United States....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 22.41 miles from West Blocton

Non Profit Apartment

Alabama Council For Affordable And Rural Housing Scholarship Fund - Tuscaloosa

PO Box 70037
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35407
(205)752-0005
TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS TO DESERVING STUDENTS....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 22.41 miles from West Blocton

Non Profit Apartment

Forrester Gardens - Tuscaloosa

1350 37th Street East
Tuscaloosa, AL - 35401
(205) 553-4410
Forrester Gardens is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Forrester Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Bibb County
Listing Location: 22.43 miles from West Blocton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in West Blocton, 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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