Columbus Square Phase Two — Income-Restricted Housing in Montgomery, AL 36104
725 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104
80 units · 25 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Residents waited about 41 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (334) 206-7255Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (334) 206-7255.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 23 1 bedroom · 40 2 bedrooms · 17 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $443/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Columbus Square I
410 N Bainbridge St, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.2 mi away
80 units · 72 income-restricted
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Richardson Terrace
1301 Adams Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.7 mi away
90 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
The Plaza at Centennial Hill 2
320 Centennial Cir, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.7 mi away
129 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Residents waited about 29 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Victor Tulane Gardens
101 Victor Tulane Cir Apt A, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.7 mi away
102 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Residents waited about 39 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
The Plaza at Centennial Hill
540 Hall St Apt 1A, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.8 mi away
129 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Paterson Court
1000 S Union St, Montgomery, AL 36104
1.2 mi away
198 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Residents waited about 52 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Friendship Hall
1116 S. Hull Street, Montgomery, AL 36104
1.4 mi away
18 units · 16 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Rents and income limits in 36104
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,800/yr
- Renters in 36104 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
Montgomery, AL area · median family income $88,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,700 | $31,100 | $49,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,550 | $56,850 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,400 | $71,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,000 | $76,750 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $51,550 | $82,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,100 | $88,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $58,650 | $93,800 |
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 | 36104 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $790 | $986 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $1,003 |
| 2 bedrooms | $920 | $1,150 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,180 | $1,476 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,708 |
Wider area = Montgomery, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (36101) to $1,730 (36113).
Census figures for 36104 (2020–2024 average): median rent $777. Median household income $33,823. 75% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 36104's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36104Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Columbus Square Phase Two?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery, which runs Columbus Square Phase Two. Call (334) 206-7255. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Columbus Square Phase Two Section 8 housing?
Columbus Square Phase Two 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 Columbus Square Phase Two?
Public records list 80 units at Columbus Square Phase Two in Montgomery, AL 36104. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Columbus Square Phase Two?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 36104 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 Columbus Square Phase Two?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Columbus Square Phase Two in Montgomery, AL 36104. 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 Montgomery, AL 36104?
Most income-restricted buildings in Montgomery, AL 36104 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 $31,100, and $44,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($49,750 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 Montgomery, AL 36104?
For many programs in Montgomery, AL 36104, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,100 a year for 1 person and $44,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $49,750 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 Montgomery, AL 36104?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Montgomery, AL 36104, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Montgomery, AL 36104 is $920 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 Columbus Square Phase Two take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Columbus Square Phase Two has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Montgomery, AL 36104 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Columbus Square Phase Two.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.