Scranton, AR Low Income Housing

Scranton, AR Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Scranton, AR

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Scranton, 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 Scranton, 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 Scranton, Arkansas - Logan County

Studio Apartments $637
One Bedroom Apartments $720
Two Bedroom Apartments $996
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,016

List of Low Income Housing in or near Scranton, AR

Clarksville Housing Authority - Clarksville

605 W Lucas St
Clarksville, AR - 72830
(479) 754-3564
Clarksville Housing Authority offers housing assistance to families, seniors and disabled residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing, Eligibility requirements for programs offered are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for programs or rentals. I f you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact them directly for more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance and rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 8.20 miles from Scranton


Friendship Community Care Apartments - Clarksville

601 E Cherry St
Clarksville, AR - 72830
(479) 967-2322
Friendship Community Care Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Friendship Community Care Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 9.16 miles from Scranton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Coal Hill Housing Authority - Coal Hill

605 Buster Street
Coal Hill, AR - 72832
(479) 497-1666
Coal Hill 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 and restrictions are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for these apartments. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about program eligibility, availability of rentals and their application procedures. ...see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 9.49 miles from Scranton


Lamar Apartments - Lamar

299 N Cumberland St.
Lamar, AR - 72846
(479) 885-6405
Lamar Apartments offers 18 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. 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
Logan County
Listing Location: 10.41 miles from Scranton


Heritage Village of Paris Affordable/ Public Housing - Paris

101 E Academy St
Paris, AR - 72855
(479) 963-3475
Heritage Village Of Paris is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Village Of Paris for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 11.77 miles from Scranton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Paris Rural Rental Housing - Paris

1125-4 S 3rd St
Paris, AR - 72855
(479) 478-9900
Paris Rural Rental Housing is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Paris Rural Rental Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 11.88 miles from Scranton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ozark Housing Authority - Ozark

310 N 6th St
Ozark, AR - 72949
(479) 474-6901
Ozark 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 rentals. If you are in need of 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
Logan County
Listing Location: 18.64 miles from Scranton


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
Logan County
Listing Location: 20.78 miles from Scranton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Dardanelle Retirement Center - Dardanelle

907 N 7th St
Dardanelle, AR - 72801
479-782-7268
Dardanelle Retirement Center is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dardanelle Retirement Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 22.97 miles from Scranton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Valley Housing - Russellville

1133 Independence Ave
Russellville, AR - 72801
501-641-1015 50
Valley Housing is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Valley Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Logan County
Listing Location: 23.16 miles from Scranton

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Scranton, 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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