Elmer, OK Low Income Housing

Elmer, OK Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Elmer, OK

How do I qualify for low income housing in Elmer, OK?
To qualify for low income housing in Oklahoma, 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 Elmer, OK

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Elmer, OK, 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 Elmer, OK. 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 Elmer, Oklahoma - Jackson County

Studio Apartments $628
One Bedroom Apartments $800
Two Bedroom Apartments $997
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,247

List of Low Income Housing in or near Elmer, OK

Parkridge Estates - Altus

1220 Asalee St
Altus, OK - 73521
(580) 482-5245
Must be 62 and over or disabled to reside here. Rent is based on income. Resident pays 30% of their annual adjusted income and HUD pays the other portion of rent. Resident pays electric and gas. Office hours: Monday - Friday 8am until 5pm Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. ...see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 10.31 miles from Elmer


Ridgecrest Apartments - Altus

1205 Springfield
Altus, OK - 73521
806-340-8579
Ridgecrest Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ridgecrest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 10.36 miles from Elmer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Towers - Altus

101 E Commerce St
Altus, OK - 73521
580-482-2650
Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 11.14 miles from Elmer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Golden Groves - Tipton

801 Se 5th Street
Tipton, OK - 73570
(405) 848-3118
Golden Groves is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Golden Groves for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 12.43 miles from Elmer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mangum Golden Age Apartments - Affordable Community - Mangum

100 E Lincoln St
Mangum, OK - 73554
(580) 782-2452
Mangum Golden Age Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mangum Golden Age Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 28.54 miles from Elmer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Elmer, OK

  • 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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