Ghent, WV Low Income Housing

Ghent, WV Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Ghent, WV

How do I qualify for low income housing in Ghent, WV?
To qualify for low income housing in West 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 Ghent, WV

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Ghent, WV, 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 Ghent, WV. 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 Ghent, West Virginia - Raleigh County

Studio Apartments $667
One Bedroom Apartments $824
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,171
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,344

List of Low Income Housing in or near Ghent, WV

Green Valley Townhouses - Jumping Branch

Mountainview Road
Jumping Branch, WV -
304-466-5905
Green Valley Townhouses is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Green Valley Townhouses for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 6.69 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Beckley Town Homes - Beckley

123 Hager Street
Beckley, WV - 25801
267-322-5600
Beckley Town Homes is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Beckley Town Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 11.38 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

South Vance Drive Apartments - Beckley

214 South Vance Drive
Beckley, WV - 25801
(304) 256-1770
South Vance Drive Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact South Vance Drive Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 11.53 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Manor House - Beckley

624 Johnstown Rd
Beckley, WV - 25801
304-255-0194
Manor House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Manor House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 11.59 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fmrs Housing - Beckley

212 Vance Drive
Beckley, WV - 25801
304-256-1772
Fmrs Housing Inc is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fmrs Housing Inc for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 11.72 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Willbrian Apartments - Beckley

510 Ewart Ave
Beckley, WV - 25801
304 255-2652
Willbrian Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Willbrian Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 12.43 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wildwood House - Beckley

150 Autumn Ln
Beckley, WV - 25801
304 253-3258
Wildwood House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wildwood House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 12.74 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Greenbrier Estates - Beckley

105 Sandstone Dr
Beckley, WV - 25801
(304) 252-6264
Greenbrier Estates offers low income one, two and three 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
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 12.83 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hinton House - Hinton

495 Stokes Dr
Hinton, WV - 25951
304-466-5299
Hinton House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hinton House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 12.96 miles from Ghent

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Beckley Housing Authority - Beckley

100 Beckwoods Drive
Beckley, WV - 25801
(304)256-1772
Beckley Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Raleigh County
Listing Location: 12.96 miles from Ghent


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Ghent, WV

  • 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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