Bates, AR Low Income Housing

Bates, AR Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Bates, AR

How do I qualify for low income housing in Bates, AR?
To qualify for low income housing in Arkansas, 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 Bates, AR

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Bates, AR, 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 Bates, AR. 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 Bates, Arkansas - Scott County

Studio Apartments $547
One Bedroom Apartments $720
Two Bedroom Apartments $911
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,024

List of Low Income Housing in or near Bates, AR

Waldron Housing Authority - Waldron

1092 Shipley Circle Dr
Waldron, AR - 72958
(479) 637-3864
Waldron Housing Authority provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for this programs 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, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 1.07 miles from Bates


Logan County Housing Authority - Booneville

366 North Broadway
Booneville, AR - 72927
(479) 675-3744
Logan County Housing Authority provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for vouchers and at times the list may close to new applicants due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance in the area. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the current status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. Their office is located at the Logan County Courthouse  and is available Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00pm to assist you. They close for lunch from Noon - 1:00pm.  ...see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 17.23 miles from Bates


Booneville AR Housing Authority - Booneville

272 South Sharpe Avenue
Booneville, AR - 72927
(479) 675-2130
Booneville Housing Authority provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for this programs 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, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures.  ...see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 19.67 miles from Bates


Heritage Village Of Booneville - Booneville

555 Heritage Dr
Booneville, AR - 72927
479-675-4851
Heritage Village Of Booneville is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Village Of Booneville for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 20.27 miles from Bates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Polk County Housing Authority - Mena

509 South Morrow Strret
Mena, AR - 71953
(479) 394-1565
Polk County Housing Authority offers housing assistance to families, seniors and disabled residents that qualify. They provide assistance through the management of safe, affordale drug and crime free Low Rent Public Housing Communities and Housing Choice Vouchers - Section 8. There may be a waiting list for these programs and rentals. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact them directly for more information abiut eligibility requirements that are set by HUD, availability of assistance and rentals and their application procedures. The Housing Authority is avaiable to assist you Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. ...see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 22.35 miles from Bates


Avants Group Home - Mena

210 E Bullion Ave
Mena, AR - 71953
479-394-2671
Avants Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Avants Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 23.20 miles from Bates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Magazine Apartments - Magazine

15 Carr St
Magazine, AR - 72943
479-484-9400
Magazine Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Magazine Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 24.28 miles from Bates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Greenwood Housing Authority - Greenwood

319 W Cedar Street Ste 1
Greenwood, AR - 72936
(479) 996-4661
Greenwood Housing Authority offers housing assistance options to residents in need that qualify, They can provide you with information about programs that they offer such as low rent public housing apartments. If you are in need of housing assistance please contact them directly for more information about services offered, eligibility requirements and application procedures. Their office is located on Cedar Street near South Coker Street. ...see full details
Scott County
Listing Location: 24.93 miles from Bates


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Bates, AR

  • 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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