Chesapeake Beach, MD Low Income Housing

Chesapeake Beach, MD Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Chesapeake Beach, MD

How do I qualify for low income housing in Chesapeake Beach, MD?
To qualify for low income housing in Maryland, 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 Chesapeake Beach, MD

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Chesapeake Beach, MD, 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 Chesapeake Beach, MD. 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 Chesapeake Beach, Maryland - Calvert County

Studio Apartments $1,615
One Bedroom Apartments $1,838
Two Bedroom Apartments $2,299
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,742

List of Low Income Housing in or near Chesapeake Beach, MD

Sunrise Group Home - Huntingtown

1530 Sunrise Ct
Huntingtown, MD - 20639
(410) 535-2413
Sunrise Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sunrise Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 4.90 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Washington Gardens Portland Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Portland

577 Washington Avenue
Portland, ME - 04103
(207) 221-8050
Washington Gardens is a Low Rent Public Housing Senior/Disabled Community. The property is operated by the Portland Housing Authority. The site consists of 100 rentals. Amenities: The community features  a Community Hall Laundry Facility and Food Pantry. These rentals are 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 interested in renting at  Washington Gardens please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 5.36 miles from Chesapeake Beach


Calvert Pines Apartmens I - Prince Frederick

420 W Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD - 20678
410-535-5040
Calvert Pines Apartmens I is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Calvert Pines Apartmens I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 10.39 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Calvert County Housing Authority - Prince Frederick

480 Main Street
Prince Frederick, MD - 20678
410)535-5010
Calvert County 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
Calvert County
Listing Location: 10.56 miles from Chesapeake Beach


Taylor Wesley - Prince Frederick

13 Tate Rd
Prince Frederick, MD - 20678
(410) 535-2413
Taylor Wesley is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Taylor Wesley for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 10.83 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eldridge House - Prince Frederick

3920 Hallowing Point Rd
Prince Frederick, MD - 20678
410-535-4461x10
Eldridge House is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eldridge House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 12.61 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sandy Point Group Home - Prince Frederick

6185 Sandy Point Rd
Prince Frederick, MD - 20678
(410) 535-2413
Sandy Point Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sandy Point Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 14.74 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sugar Hill * - Upper Marlboro

15200 Peerless Ave
Upper Marlboro, MD - 20772
301-802-3053
Sugar Hill * is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sugar Hill * for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 14.81 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kings Road Group Home - Saint Leonard

4910 Kings Rd
Saint Leonard, MD - 20685
(410) 535-2413
Kings Road Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kings Road Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 16.65 miles from Chesapeake Beach

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southern Maryland Tri-county Community Action - Hughesville

8383 Old Leonardtown Road
Hughesville, MD - 20637
301-274-4474-262
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Calvert County
Listing Location: 17.13 miles from Chesapeake Beach


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Chesapeake Beach, MD

  • 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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