Salem, KY Low Income Housing

Salem, KY Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Salem, KY

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Salem, 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 Salem, 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 Salem, Kentucky - Livingston County

Studio Apartments $577
One Bedroom Apartments $742
Two Bedroom Apartments $910
Three Bedroom Apartments $999

List of Low Income Housing in or near Salem, KY

Cumberland View Apartments - Smithland

504 Rudd St
Smithland, KY - 42081
270-928-4278
Cumberland View Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cumberland View Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 11.16 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hardin County Housing Authority - Elizabethtown

1 Walnut Street
Elizabethtown, IL - 62931
(618) 287-2786
Hardin 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 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. Their office is available Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm to assist you. ...see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 11.84 miles from Salem


Belleville Manor Apartments - Marion

819 Terrace Dr 33
Marion, KY - 42064
270.965.5960
Belleville Manor Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Belleville Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 12.57 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pope County Housing Authority - Golconda

802 S Franklin St
Golconda, IL - 62938
(618) 683-4791
Pope 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 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
Livingston County
Listing Location: 12.58 miles from Salem


Dudley Court Apartments - Paducah

801 Mcguire Ave
Paducah, KY - 42001
270-442-5160
Dudley Court Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dudley Court Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 15.98 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Amber Village - Eddyville

333 Amber Ct
Eddyville, KY - 42038
270-388-4355
Amber Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Amber Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 16.81 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cox Manor Apartments - Calvert City

2 Cox Manor Dr.
Calvert City, KY -
270-395-4126
Cox Manor Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cox Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 17.24 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Irvin Cobb Apartments - Paducah

600 Broadway
Paducah, KY - 42001
270-443-4721
Irvin Cobb Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Irvin Cobb Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 21.78 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mercy Manor - Paducah

601 Mcauley Drive
Paducah, KY - 42003
270-415-9166
Mercy Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mercy Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 21.84 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Dublin Manor - Paducah

665 Mcauley Dr
Paducah, KY - 42003
270-441-0026
Dublin Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dublin Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Livingston County
Listing Location: 21.84 miles from Salem

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Salem, 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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