Ford, KY Low Income Housing

Ford, KY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Ford, KY

How do I qualify for low income housing in Ford, 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 Ford, KY

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Ford, 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 Ford, 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 Ford, Kentucky - Clark County

Studio Apartments $845
One Bedroom Apartments $1,025
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,396
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,615

List of Low Income Housing in or near Ford, KY

Brown-proctor Apartments - Winchester

108 S Main St
Winchester, KY - 40391
(859) 276-5388
Brown-proctor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Brown-proctor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 1.94 miles from Ford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Phoenix Apartments - Winchester

50 N Main St
Winchester, KY - 40391
859-745-6516
Phoenix Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Phoenix Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 2.06 miles from Ford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cambridge Square - Winchester

101 C. G. Stephenson Dr
Winchester, KY - 40391
(859) 744-9655
Cambridge Square is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cambridge Square for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 2.80 miles from Ford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Westwood Apartments - Winchester

900 Westwood Dr
Winchester, KY - 40391
(859) 745-2808
Westwood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Westwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 3.60 miles from Ford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Glasgow Housing Authority - Glasgow

111 Bunche Avenue
Glasgow, KY - 42121
(270) 651-3859
Glasgow 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
Clark County
Listing Location: 10.82 miles from Ford


Lyon County Housing Authority - Eddyville

425 Linden Avenue
Eddyville, KY - 42038
(270) 388-7108
Lyon County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals 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, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 10.82 miles from Ford


Montgomery Square Apartments - Mount Sterling

1376 Indian Mound Dr
Mount Sterling, KY - 40353
859-581-8500
Montgomery Square Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Montgomery Square Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 12.37 miles from Ford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sterling Oaks - Mount Sterling

118 Ronameki Drive
Mount Sterling, KY - 40353
606-329-8588
Sterling Oaks is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sterling Oaks for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 12.59 miles from Ford

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Main Cross Apartments - Affordable Community - Mount Sterling

8 E Main Street
Mount Sterling, KY - 40353
(859) 498-7689
Features:     Range     Refrigerators     Window Blinds     Carpet and Tile     Central Air Conditioning Amenities:     Porch/Picnic/Grill Area     Laundry Facilities     Fitness Room     Community Room ...see full details
Clark County
Listing Location: 13.23 miles from Ford


Gleneagles Apartments - Lexington

2920 Polo Club Blvd.
Lexington, KY - 40509
(859) 293-0340
Gleneagles Apartments offers 184 low income one, two and three 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 9:00 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
Clark County
Listing Location: 14.12 miles from Ford


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Ford, 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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