Elkhorn City, KY Low Income Housing

Elkhorn City, KY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Elkhorn City, KY

How do I qualify for low income housing in Elkhorn City, KY?
To qualify for low income housing in Kentucky, 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 Elkhorn City, KY

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Elkhorn City, KY, 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 Elkhorn City, KY. 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 Elkhorn City, Kentucky - Pike County

Studio Apartments $684
One Bedroom Apartments $772
Two Bedroom Apartments $940
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,155

List of Low Income Housing in or near Elkhorn City, KY

Rental Property on Lick Creek Elswick Rd - Lick Creek

951 Elswick Fork Rd
Lick Creek, KY - 40513
859-317-0337
Recently upgraded double wide with central air/heat pump. New laminate hardwood floors in both small bedrooms, living and dining room. Hi end, well insulated, home with low utilities cost. Carport and large yard. Located within 2.5 miles of East Ridge High School. ...see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 5.80 miles from Elkhorn City


Douglas Elkhorn Apartments - Pikeville

148 Douglas Parkway
Pikeville, KY - 41501
(606)432-4178
Douglas Elkhorn Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Douglas Elkhorn Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 11.37 miles from Elkhorn City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carl D. Perkins Towers - Pikeville

200 Douglas Pky
Pikeville, KY - 41501
606 639-8280
Carl D. Perkins Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carl D. Perkins Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 11.38 miles from Elkhorn City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pikeville Housing Authority - Pikeville

748 Hambley Boulevard
Pikeville, KY - 41501
(606) 432-8124
Pikeville Housing Authority 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 waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 15.27 miles from Elkhorn City


Pikeville Affordable Housing Corporation - Pikeville

748 Hambley Blvd
Pikeville, KY - 41501
(606)432-8124
To Provide Safe, Clean And Affordable Housing For Poor And Distressed Residents Of The City Of Pikeville....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 15.27 miles from Elkhorn City

Non Profit Apartment

Pike County Affordable Housing Development Corporation Inc - Pikeville

PO Box 1468
Pikeville, KY - 41502

...see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 15.30 miles from Elkhorn City

Non Profit Apartment

Mountain Breeze - Jenkins

556 Mountain Breeze Road
Jenkins, KY - 41537
606 633 7144
Mountain Breeze is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mountain Breeze for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 15.96 miles from Elkhorn City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Phelps Senior Housing - Phelps

43100 Ky Hwy 194
Phelps, KY - 41553
606-456-9999
Phelps Senior Housing is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Phelps Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 18.16 miles from Elkhorn City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hope Homes - Minnie

100 Left Beaver Creek
Minnie, KY - 41651
606-377-2422
Hope Homes is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hope Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 18.56 miles from Elkhorn City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Smith Towers - Matewan

State Route 9
Matewan, WV - 25678
304-426-4585
Smith Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Smith Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Pike County
Listing Location: 21.04 miles from Elkhorn City

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Elkhorn City, KY

  • 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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