Avondale Estates, GA Low Income Housing

Avondale Estates, GA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Avondale Estates, GA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Avondale Estates, GA?
To qualify for low income housing in Georgia, 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 Avondale Estates, GA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Avondale Estates, GA, 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 Avondale Estates, GA. 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 Avondale Estates, GA

Community Housing - Decatur

1179 Russell Dr
Decatur, GA - 30030
(770) 908-2481
Community Housing Inc. is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Community Housing Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 0.89 miles from Avondale Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Forest Apartments - Scottdale

324 Hatton Dr
Scottdale, GA - 30079
303-830-3300
Oak Forest Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Forest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.29 miles from Avondale Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Philips Towers, Decatur, - Atlanta

218 East Trinity Place
Atlanta, GA - 30030
(404) 373-4361
Philips Towers, Decatur, Inc. is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Philips Towers, Decatur, Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.55 miles from Avondale Estates


Housing Authority of DeKalb County- Decatur - Decatur

750 Commerce Drive Suite 201
Decatur, GA - 30030
(404)270-2500
Housing Authority of DeKalb County- Decatur provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for rentals or vouchers and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists 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 rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. Their office is available Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm to assist you.   At the time of this listings last update, July 2011, the Authority's website stated that all waiting lists were closed. ...see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.57 miles from Avondale Estates


Decatur Georgia Housing Authority - Decatur

750 Commerce Drive, Suite 110
Decatur, GA - 30030
(404)270-2100
Decatur Georgia Housing Authority offers low income reidents housing assistance through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for vouchers or rentals and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists 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, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. At the time of this listings last update July 2011, the Authoritys website stated that the waiting lists for Public Housing and HCV - Section 8 were closed.   ...see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.67 miles from Avondale Estates


Decatur Christian Towers - Decatur

1438 Church St
Decatur, GA - 30030
404.377.5507
Decatur Christian Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Decatur Christian Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.71 miles from Avondale Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tuscany Village Apartments - Clarkston

600 Northern Avenue
Clarkston, GA - 30021
(404) 585-4424
Tuscany Village Apartments offers 144 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M-F 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, S 8:00 am - 5:00 pm *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
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.92 miles from Avondale Estates


Dekalb, Habitat For Humanity - Decautur

PO Box 1681
Decautur, GA - 30031

Our Mission Is To Build Safe, Decent, Affordable Housing For Low Income Families....see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.96 miles from Avondale Estates

Non Profit Apartment

Gateway Manor - Decatur

421-k W Trinity Pl
Decatur, GA - 30031
404.373.4460
Gateway Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Gateway Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 1.99 miles from Avondale Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Park Trace Apartments - Decatur

700 Atlanta Ave
Decatur, GA - 30030
404-371-0887
Park Trace Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Park Trace Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Dekalb County
Listing Location: 2.01 miles from Avondale Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Avondale Estates, GA

  • 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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