Arcadia, FL Low Income Housing

Arcadia, FL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Arcadia, FL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Arcadia, FL?
To qualify for low income housing in Florida, 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 Arcadia, FL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Arcadia, FL, 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 Arcadia, FL. 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.

List of Low Income Housing in or near Arcadia, FL

Arcadia FL Housing Authority - Arcadia

7 Booker T Washington Road
Arcadia, FL - 34266
(863) 494-4343
The Arcadia Housing Authority provides government subsidized low income and affordable housing those those based on low to no income; also some eligibility rules regarding previous felony convictions, especially drugs or violence related. Office Hours: 8am - 5pm Mon, Tues, Thu, & Fri; closed Wed & Holidays. Call or walk in to learn what documents are necessary for completing a preliminary application and criminal background check Deposits on housing: $200. Provides: Public Housin...see full details
De Soto County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): None
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Woodside Villas - Arcadia

1450 E Gibson Rd
Arcadia, FL - 33821
863-494-5504
Currently Woodside Villas has 34 subsidized apartments out of a total of 34 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 16 one bedroom apartments at Woodside Villas. Housing program available: Rental Assistance RD | Section 515. ...see full details
De Soto County

Wood Park Pointe - Arcadia

600 West Gibson Street
Arcadia, FL - 34266
863-494-7130
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Wood Park Pointe has 37 subsidized apartments out of a total of 37 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 36 one bedroom apartments at Wood Park Pointe. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | Rental Assistance RD | Section 515. ...see full details
De Soto County

Rosene's Success House - Arcadia

121 South Baldwin Street
Arcadia, FL -

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Rosene's Success House has 17 subsidized apartments out of a total of 17 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Rosene's Success House. Housing program available: Farmworker Housing Supportive Housing | Predevelopment Loan Program. ...see full details
De Soto County

Mcpines - Arcadia

1514 E. Cypress Street
Arcadia, FL - 34266
863-494-4811
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Mcpines has 64 subsidized apartments out of a total of 64 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. The apartment is rent subsidized by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. There are 8 one bedroom apartments at Mcpines. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | Rental Assistance RD | SAIL | Section 515. ...see full details
De Soto County

Jacaranda Trail Ii - Arcadia

1650 SE Hargrave Street
Arcadia, FL - 34266

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Jacaranda Trail Ii has 50 subsidized apartments out of a total of 50 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Jacaranda Trail Ii. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9%. ...see full details
De Soto County

Jacaranda Trail - Arcadia

1650 Southeast Hargrave Street
Arcadia, FL - 34266
863-491-5050
This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Jacaranda Trail has 50 subsidized apartments out of a total of 50 apartments. Occupancy status: Ready for Occupancy. There are 17 one bedroom apartments at Jacaranda Trail. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9% | SAIL. ...see full details
De Soto County

Heron Cove - Arcadia

2019 SE Heron Cove Avenue
Arcadia, FL - 34266

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Heron Cove has 64 subsidized apartments out of a total of 64 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Heron Cove. Housing program available: State HOME. ...see full details
De Soto County

Desoto Landing - Arcadia

2019 Southeast Heron Cove
Arcadia, FL - 34266

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Desoto Landing has 48 subsidized apartments out of a total of 48 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Desoto Landing. Housing program available: Housing Credits 9%. ...see full details
De Soto County

Cypress Senior Housing - Arcadia

SE corner of E Cypress St and N 11th Ave
Arcadia, FL - 34266

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Cypress Senior Housing has 50 subsidized apartments out of a total of 50 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Cypress Senior Housing. Housing program available: Predevelopment Loan Program | State HOME. ...see full details
De Soto County

Casa San Juan Bosco Community Phase Ii - Arcadia

SE Hillsborough Avenue
Arcadia, FL - 34266

This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Casa San Juan Bosco Community Phase Ii has 31 subsidized apartments out of a total of 44 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Casa San Juan Bosco Community Phase Ii. Housing program available: SAIL. ...see full details
De Soto County

Arcadia Oaks - Arcadia

302 North 10th Avenue
Arcadia, FL - 34266
(863) 993-9760
This apartment is rent subsidized by the local housing finance authority. This apartment is rent subsidized by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Currently Arcadia Oaks has 130 subsidized apartments out of a total of 130 apartments. There are not avail. one bedroom apartments at Arcadia Oaks. Housing program available: Housing Credits 4% | Local Bonds. ...see full details
De Soto County

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Arcadia, FL

  • 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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