Jackson Heights — Income-Restricted Housing in Lanett, AL 36863
1118 N 13th St, Lanett, AL 36863
242 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lanett, AL
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (334) 644-5334Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lanett, AL. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (334) 644-5334.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 67 1 bedroom · 58 2 bedrooms · 117 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $291/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Garden Greene Apts
501 S Eighth St, Lanett, AL 36863
1 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Crystal Springs
1206 S 8th Ave, Lanett, AL 36863
1.3 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lanett, AL
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Pinewood Court
1433 County Road 187, Lanett, AL 36863
6 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
O. J. Cook Apts
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1.7 mi away
191 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of West Point
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ten Oaks Apartments
2900 19th Pl, Valley, AL 36854
2.3 mi away
72 units · 2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 36863
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 36863 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Chambers County, AL area · median family income $66,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $26,000 | $41,550 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,700 | $47,500 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,400 | $53,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,100 | $64,100 |
| 6 | $43,050 | $43,050 | $68,850 |
| 7 | $46,050 | $46,050 | $73,600 |
| 8 | $49,000 | $49,000 | $78,350 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 36863 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $700 | $760 |
| 1 bedroom | $890 | $967 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,401 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,434 |
Wider area = Chambers County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $990 (36855) to $1,280 (36854).
Census figures for 36863 (2020–2024 average): median rent $876. Median household income $51,130. 31% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 25% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 36863's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36863Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Jackson Heights?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lanett, AL, which runs Jackson Heights. Call (334) 644-5334. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Jackson Heights Section 8 housing?
Jackson Heights is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Jackson Heights?
Public records list 242 units at Jackson Heights in Lanett, AL 36863. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Jackson Heights?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 36863 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Jackson Heights?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Jackson Heights in Lanett, AL 36863. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lanett, AL 36863?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lanett, AL 36863 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $26,000, and $37,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($41,550 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Lanett, AL 36863?
For many programs in Lanett, AL 36863, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,000 a year for 1 person and $37,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $41,550 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lanett, AL 36863?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lanett, AL 36863, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lanett, AL 36863 is $1,000 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Jackson Heights take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Jackson Heights has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Lanett, AL 36863 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Jackson Heights.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.