Columbus Square I — Income-Restricted Housing in Montgomery, AL 36104
410 N Bainbridge St, Montgomery, AL 36104
80 units · 72 income-restricted
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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
- Opened
- 2019
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Columbus Square Phase Two
725 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.2 mi away
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)
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
Richardson Terrace
1301 Adams Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.8 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
Victor Tulane Gardens
101 Victor Tulane Cir Apt A, Montgomery, AL 36104
0.8 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
0.9 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
1.3 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 I?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Montgomery, which runs Columbus Square I. 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 I Section 8 housing?
Columbus Square I 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 I?
Public records list 80 units at Columbus Square I in Montgomery, AL 36104. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Columbus Square I?
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 I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Columbus Square I 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 I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Columbus Square I 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 I.
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.