Brownsville, TN Low Income Housing

Brownsville, TN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Brownsville, TN

How do I qualify for low income housing in Brownsville, TN?
To qualify for low income housing in Tennessee, 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 Brownsville, TN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Brownsville, TN, 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 Brownsville, TN. 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 Brownsville, Tennessee - Haywood County

Studio Apartments $567
One Bedroom Apartments $747
Two Bedroom Apartments $987
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,152

List of Low Income Housing in or near Brownsville, TN

Lakeview Subdivision Affordable/ Public Housing

Lakeview Subdivision Affordable/ Public Housing - Brownsville

523 Lakeview Circle
Brownsville, TN - 38012
(731) 741-4007
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Project based section 8 program Rents are based on 50% and 60% of the household adjusted gross income. Features and Amenities: Garage High speed internet available Washers and dryer in each home Air conditioning Business center Clubhouse Dishwasher On-site management Playground Professional 24hr on-call maintenance Wheelchair access This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Cont...see full details
Haywood County

Buckner Properties Affordable/ Public Housing

Buckner Properties Affordable/ Public Housing - Brownsville

205 W Jefferson Street
Brownsville, TN - 38012
(816) 650-9288
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 24 Floor plans : 2 bedroom Property email address: marshall@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Baseboard Heat Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Maintenance On-Site Manager Parking Patio Range/Hood Refrigerator Single Story Smoke Alarms Window Air This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Haywood County

Creekwood Apartments Affordable/ Public Housi

Creekwood Apartments Affordable/ Public Housi - Brownsville

1040 Tammbell Street
Brownsville, TN - 38012
(731) 772-4435
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 40 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: oakparkvillage@macoapts.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Maintenance On-Site Manager Parking Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator Smoke Alarms Two-Story This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Haywood County

Brownsville Apartments - TN - Brownsville

1045 Tammbell St
Brownsville, TN - 38012
(731) 772-4435
Brownsville Apartments offers 28 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. 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
Haywood County

Oak Haven Plaza Apartments - Brownsville

505 Oak Haven Drive
Brownsville, TN - 38012
731 772-4087
Oak Haven Plaza Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Haven Plaza Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Haywood County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Brownsville, TN

  • 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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