Newark, MD Low Income Housing

Newark, MD Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Newark, MD

How do I qualify for low income housing in Newark, 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 Newark, MD

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Newark, 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 Newark, 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 Newark, Maryland - Worcester County

Studio Apartments $833
One Bedroom Apartments $976
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,387
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,662

List of Low Income Housing in or near Newark, MD

Bay Terrace Gardens Apartments - Berlin

517 Bay St
Berlin, MD - 21811
410-641-2272
Bay Terrace Gardens Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bay Terrace Gardens Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 7.32 miles from Newark

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Homes At Berlin - Berlin

113 Flower St
Berlin, MD - 21811
410-641-4120
Homes At Berlin is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Homes At Berlin for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 7.33 miles from Newark

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Rhoda's Legacy - Berlin

545 Bay St
Berlin, MD - 21811
410-629-1851
Rhoda's Legacy is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rhoda's Legacy for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 7.39 miles from Newark

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Deaf Independent Residence I - Salisbury

5989 Walston Switch Rd
Salisbury, MD - 21804
410-742-5052
Deaf Independent Residence I is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Deaf Independent Residence I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 13.58 miles from Newark

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Deaf Independent Residence Ii - Salisbury

725 Buckingham Circle
Salisbury, MD - 21801
410 742-5052
Deaf Independent Residence Ii is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Deaf Independent Residence Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 16.74 miles from Newark

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Salisbury Commons - Salisbury

105 Winterborn Lane
Salisbury, MD - 21804
(410) 543-8700
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Apartment Amenities: Additional Storage Air Conditioner Balcony Large Closets Patio Wheel Chair Accessible Refrigerator Scenic Views * Dish Washer Carpeting Efficient Appliances Individual Climate Control Community Amenities: Club House Laundry Facility Playground Availability 24-Hours On-Site Management BBQ & Picnic Area Off-Street Parking **Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) affordable rental community, income restrictions apply** ...see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 17.02 miles from Newark


Shore Up!, - Salisbury

520 Snow Hill Rd
Salisbury, MD - 21804
410-749-1142
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 17.33 miles from Newark


Telamon Corporation - Salisbury

917 Mt. Hermon Road, Suite 2
Salisbury, MD - 21804
410-546-4604
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 17.35 miles from Newark


Moss Hill Townhouses - Salisbury

407 Moss Hill Lane
Salisbury, MD - 21801
410-749-2300
Moss Hill Townhouses is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Moss Hill Townhouses for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 17.35 miles from Newark

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Salisbury Neighborhood Housing Service, - Salisbury

400 Snow Hill Road
Salisbury, MD - 21804
410-543-4626-201
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Worcester County
Listing Location: 17.50 miles from Newark


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Newark, 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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