Whitwell, TN Low Income Housing

Whitwell, TN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Whitwell, TN

How do I qualify for low income housing in Whitwell, 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 Whitwell, TN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Whitwell, 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 Whitwell, 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 Whitwell, Tennessee - Marion County

Studio Apartments $919
One Bedroom Apartments $1,067
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,372
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,619

List of Low Income Housing in or near Whitwell, TN

Meadowood Apartments - Tracy City

14252 Us Highway 41
Tracy City, TN - 37387
931-592-9628
Meadowood Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Meadowood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 10.20 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Dunlap Gardens - Dunlap

417 Buddy Skyles Rd
Dunlap, TN - 37327
423-949-4274
Dunlap Gardens is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Dunlap Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 13.38 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Walden Group Home - Chattanooga

700 Ladd Ave
Chattanooga, TN - 37405
423-265-6390
Walden Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Walden Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 14.32 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Orange Grove I - Chattanooga

2721 Folts Dr
Chattanooga, TN - 37415
423-629-1451 Ex
Orange Grove I is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Orange Grove I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.06 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Orange Grove Development No. Three - Hixson

4540 Delashmitt Rd
Hixson, TN - 37343
423-629-1451 Ex
Orange Grove Development No. Three Inc. is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Orange Grove Development No. Three Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.27 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise, - Chattanooga

1301 Market Street #100
Chattanooga, TN - 37402
423-664-4663
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...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.31 miles from Whitwell


Jaycee Towers - Chattanooga

500 W M. L. King Blvd
Chattanooga, TN - 37402
(423) 266-8740
Jaycee Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jaycee Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.53 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

River View Tower - Chattanooga

500 W M. L. King Blvd
Chattanooga, TN - 37402
(423) 266-8740
River View Tower is a beautiful community conveniently located within walking distance of Downtown and The Tennessee River. Situated on over 4.5 acres of land and breathtaking skyline views that provide beautiful green spaces and views that give you a peaceful setting to unwind and relax when you arrive home; all while being one of the best addresses in Chattanooga. The location provides effortless access to remarkable theaters, Downtown, Tennessee Aquarium, and an abundance of shopping, eateries, and entertainment venues located just around the corner. Riverview Tower is an independent senior living tax credit community which has recently undergone a 12 million dollar renovation from top to bottom. We excel above our competition with features such as upgraded business center, new clothing care center, community grilling area, community education and wellness programs, inhouse social worker, benefit assistance, 24-hour emergency maintenance service and many, many more! We are a pet-friendly community, offer recreational and social activities for our residents, and take pride in our superior customer service. All of our apartment homes are spacious and newly renovated with the most up to date finishes and include basic utilities! Our homes also come standard with life safety features such as emergency pull cords in all bathrooms and bedrooms, smoke detectors and voice fire alarms. Your home is just a ride away by our two brand new elevators that will whisk you to your floor quickly and conveniently. Several floor plans to choose from including income restricted homes and programs based off income! Office Hours are Monday - Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.54 miles from Whitwell


The Overlook - Chattanooga

1201 Boynton Dr
Chattanooga, TN - 37402
(423) 756-4680
The Overlook offers 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. Office Hours: M-F 8 am - 5 pm 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
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.65 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Orange Grove Development No. 5 - Chattanooga

1119 Carter Dr
Chattanooga, TN - 37415
423-629-1451 Ex
Orange Grove Development No. 5 is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Orange Grove Development No. 5 for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 15.71 miles from Whitwell

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Whitwell, 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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