Powhatan, AR Low Income Housing

Powhatan, AR Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Powhatan, AR

How do I qualify for low income housing in Powhatan, 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 Powhatan, AR

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Powhatan, 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 Powhatan, 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 Powhatan, Arkansas - Lawrence County

Studio Apartments $547
One Bedroom Apartments $720
Two Bedroom Apartments $957
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,134

List of Low Income Housing in or near Powhatan, AR

Brad Of Black Rock - Black Rock

136 S St Joseph St
Black Rock, AR - 72415
(870) 892-4547
Brad Of Black Rock is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Brad Of Black Rock for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 1.96 miles from Powhatan

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hoxie Housing Authority - Hoxie

400 S. W. Maple
Hoxie, AR - 72433
(870) 886-3145
Hoxie Housing Authority provides low income residents housing assistance through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. These rentals are income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for this programs apartments. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 8.16 miles from Powhatan


Larkspur Gardens - Walnut Ridge

109-4 S Larkspur Ln
Walnut Ridge, AR - 72476
870-886-7816
Larkspur Gardens is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Larkspur Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 8.32 miles from Powhatan

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Brad Of Hoxie - Hoxie

614 Pine St
Hoxie, AR - 72433
(870) 892-4547
Brad Of Hoxie is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Brad Of Hoxie for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 8.59 miles from Powhatan

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Brad Of Walnut Ridge - Walnut Ridge

601 Pocahontas Rd
Walnut Ridge, AR - 72476
(870) 892-4547
Brad Of Walnut Ridge is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Brad Of Walnut Ridge for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 8.73 miles from Powhatan

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Imboden Housing Authority - Imboden

102 West 4th Street
Imboden, AR - 72434
(870) 869-2731
Imboden Housing Authority provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments, These rentals are income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these apartments and at time the waiting list may close to new applicants due to the overwhelming need of affordable housing in the area. If you are in need of housing assistance please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the current status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 8.79 miles from Powhatan


Cottonwood White River Public Housing Apartments - Walnut Ridge

603 NE Carolina St
Walnut Ridge, AR - 72476
(870) 886-9600
Cottonwood Apartments is a Public Housing Community that is operated by the White River Housing Authority. This community consists of 24 apartments that range in size from One - Three bedrooms. These rentals are income based the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for this community. If you are interested in renting at Cottonwood Apartments please contact them at the number provided to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 8.95 miles from Powhatan


Walnut Ridge Housing Authority - Walnut Ridge

109 W. Walnut Street
Walnut Ridge, AR - 72476
(870) 886-7816
Walnut Ridge Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility requirements and/or restrictions are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for this program and at time the list will 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 program eligibility requirements, availability of assistance , the current status of waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 9.16 miles from Powhatan


Cedar Ridge White River Senior Public Housing Apartments - Ravenden

345 South 2nd Street
Ravenden, AR - 72459
(870) 869-3300
Cedar Ridge Apartments is a Senior Public Housing Complex that is operated by the White River Housing Authority. The property consists of 12 One Bedroom apartments for residents that are at least 55 years of age. These rentals are income based and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list fir this community. If you are interested in renting at Cedar Ridge Apartments please contact them at the number provided to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 13.03 miles from Powhatan

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Strawberry Fields White River Senior Public Housing Apartments - Strawberry

25 North Main Street
Strawberry, AR - 72469
(870) 528-1500
Strawberry Fields Apartments is Senior Public Housing Community that is operated by the White River Housing Authority. This community consists of 14 One Bedroom apartments for residents that are at least 62 years of age and feature carpeting in the living areas and emergency pull-cord switches in the bedroom and bathrooms. The rent at this property is income based and include utilities. The eligibility requirements for this community are set by HUD and there may be a waiting list. If you are interested in renting at Strawberry Fields Apartments please contact them at the number provided to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 13.80 miles from Powhatan

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Powhatan, 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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