Ferrum, VA Low Income Housing

Ferrum, VA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Ferrum, VA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Ferrum, VA?
To qualify for low income housing in Virginia, 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 Ferrum, VA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Ferrum, VA, 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 Ferrum, VA. 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 Ferrum, Virginia - Franklin County

Studio Apartments $690
One Bedroom Apartments $908
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,105
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,242

List of Low Income Housing in or near Ferrum, VA

Scuffling Hill Road Group Home - Rocky Mount

850 Scuffling Hill Rd
Rocky Mount, VA - 24151
540-489-1727
Scuffling Hill Road Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Scuffling Hill Road Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 7.36 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Step, - Rocky Mount

200 Dent Street
Rocky Mount, VA - 24151
540-483-5142
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 8.27 miles from Ferrum


Lillie's Lesiure Housing for Seniors - Rocky Mount

85 Shameka Ln
Rocky Mount, VA - 24515
(540) 482-0856
Independent living for seniors, ages 62 and older,  affordable senior housing. Spacious 1BR/!Bath units, open floor plans. amenities, community activities, and much more. HUD subsidized apartments, if you qualify for low income housing rent is based on 30% of your Adjusted gross income. ...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 8.29 miles from Ferrum


Maynor Street Group Home - Rocky Mount

185 Maynor Street
Rocky Mount, VA - 14151
276-694-3328
Maynor Street Group Home is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Maynor Street Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 8.62 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lillie's Leisure Housing - Rocky Mount

85 Shameka Lane
Rocky Mount, VA - 24151
5404820856
Lillie\'s Leisure is a development managed by Metropolitan Property Management and Development. The management company strives to maintain and provide residents with safe and affordable housing. Lillie\'s Leisure has 44 units avaiable to seniors living indepently and seekiing affordable housing. Please contact managment team for availablity, eligbility requirements and application process.This apartment accepts HUD subsidies. For HUD subsidized apartments, if you qualify for low income housing and they have available aparmtents, rent is based on 30% of your Adjusted Gross Income.. Cal for details....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 8.65 miles from Ferrum


Mountain View Apartments - Rocky Mount

737 Windy Lane
Rocky Mount, VA - 24151
540-483-1339
Mountain View Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mountain View Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 8.86 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Candlewood Apartments - Rocky Mount

340 E Court St
Rocky Mount, VA - 24151
540 774 1641
Candlewood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Candlewood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 9.01 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Northview Gardens - Martinsville

755 Stultz Rd
Martinsville, VA - 24112
(276) 638-7251
Northview Gardens is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Northview Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 16.68 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Barrows Mill Apartments - Martinsville

1026 Barrow's Mill Road
Martinsville, VA - 24112
(910) 892-0436
Barrows Mill Apartments is a 44 units low income housing, one bedroom apartments subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Residents must be 62 years or older. Amenities: Carpet & Tile Community Room Laundry Facility Refrigerator Electric Range Heat & Air Conditioning Emergency Pull Cords In Mail Station Keyless Secure Access Contact Barrows Mill I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 16.87 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pebble Creek Group Home - Martiinsville

1525 Church Street Extension
Martiinsville, VA - 24112
276-694-3328
Pebble Creek Group Home is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pebble Creek Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 17.22 miles from Ferrum

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Ferrum, VA

  • 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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