Perkins, GA Low Income Housing

Perkins, GA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Perkins, GA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Perkins, 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 Perkins, GA

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

HUD Fair Market Rent For Perkins, Georgia - Jenkins County

Studio Apartments $606
One Bedroom Apartments $772
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,097
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,123

List of Low Income Housing in or near Perkins, GA

Ella Mae Gardens Low Income Family Apartments - Millen

130 White Oak Road
Millen, GA - 30442
(478) 494-4679
Program type: Income Restricted / Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 48 Floor plans: 1, 2, and 3 bedroom Property email address: ellamae.gardens@olympiaproprties.info Features and Amenities: Modern appliances Refrigerators Dishwashers Storage space This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 6.59 miles from Perkins


Edenfield Place Apartments - Millen

7 Weldon Ct
Millen, GA - 30442
(478) 982-4282
Edenfield Place Apartments offers 48 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. Office Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 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
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 7.91 miles from Perkins


Brier Creek - Millen

535 Brier Creek Circle
Millen, GA - 30442
(478) 982-4282
Brier Creek offers 28 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. Office Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 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
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 7.94 miles from Perkins


Spring Valley Apartments - Waynesboro

109 Spring Valley Ct Apt D
Waynesboro, TN - 38485
(931) 722-6104
Spring Valley Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Spring Valley Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 11.68 miles from Perkins

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Burke County Habitat For Humanity - Sardis

PO Box 1
Sardis, GA - 30456
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 11.98 miles from Perkins

Non Profit Apartment

Meadow Wood Apartments - GA - Sardis

730 Bargeron Ave
Sardis, GA - 30456
(478) 569-4563
Meadow Wood Apartments offers 24 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: M, T, Th, F 8 am - 12 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
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 12.32 miles from Perkins


Pine Trails - Affordable Housing - Waynesboro

100 Pine Trails Drive
Waynesboro, GA - 30830
(706) 622-6686
Income Restricted Affordable Apartment Living. Program type: Income Restricted / Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 60 Floor plans: 3 and 4 bedroom Property email address: pine.trails@olympiaproperties.info Features and Amenities: Pavilion, gazebo, BBQ facilities, laundry facility, mail center, bus stop, Tot Lot, and playground. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 12.61 miles from Perkins


University Of Georgia's Family And Consumer Sciences Cooperative Extension Service - Main Office Burke County - Waynesboro

715 W. 6th Street
Waynesboro, GA - 30830
706-554-2119
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 12.88 miles from Perkins


Forest Ridge Apartments - GA - Waynesboro

601 Forest Ridge Road
Waynesboro, GA - 30830
(706) 554-7270
Forest Ridge Apartments offers 24 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. Office Hours: M, W, F 1:00 - 4:30 pm, T & Th 8:00 am - 4:30 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
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 13.09 miles from Perkins


Pecan Grove II - Waynesboro

100 Pecan Grove Drive
Waynesboro, GA - 30830
(706) 437-1108
This is a median income based apartment % m.I. rent 50% $460 60% $605 fair market rate $675 Located 30 miles south of Augusta in the City of Waynesboro, Pecan Grove was financed with 9% Federal and State housing credits, a conventional loan, and a Federal Home Loan Bank Grant. Eighty percent of the units are income and rent restricted. 40 homes on 16.5 acres 3 Bedroom Rental Homes Clubhouse Computer Center Library Children's Playroom Playground and Tot Lot Laundry Room Covered Pavilion with Picnic BBQ Area Fenced Community Gardens Walking Trail with Benches Equipped Playing Fields ...see full details
Jenkins County
Listing Location: 13.13 miles from Perkins


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Perkins, 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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