Gary Courts — Income-Restricted Housing in Tuscumbia, AL 35674
717 N Hook St Apt 100, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
241 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Tuscumbia
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (256) 381-0915Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Tuscumbia. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (256) 381-0915.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 120 1 bedroom · 54 2 bedrooms · 67 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $335/mo
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- Apply through Sheffield Housing Authority
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Rents and income limits in 35674
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
- Renters in 35674 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL area · median family income $95,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,050 | $31,700 | $50,750 |
| 2 | $21,800 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,800 | $65,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,950 | $78,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,550 | $84,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,200 | $89,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
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 | 35674 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $760 |
| 1 bedroom | $790 | $834 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $1,085 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,348 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,426 |
Wider area = Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (35653) to $1,130 (35630).
Census figures for 35674 (2020–2024 average): median rent $792. Median household income $64,706. 25% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 35674's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35674Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Gary Courts?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Tuscumbia, which runs Gary Courts. Call (256) 381-0915. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Gary Courts Section 8 housing?
Gary Courts 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 Gary Courts?
Public records list 241 units at Gary Courts in Tuscumbia, AL 35674. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Gary Courts?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 35674 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 Gary Courts?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Gary Courts in Tuscumbia, AL 35674. 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 Tuscumbia, AL 35674?
Most income-restricted buildings in Tuscumbia, AL 35674 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 $31,700, and $45,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,750 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 Tuscumbia, AL 35674?
For many programs in Tuscumbia, AL 35674, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,700 a year for 1 person and $45,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,750 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 Tuscumbia, AL 35674?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Tuscumbia, AL 35674, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Tuscumbia, AL 35674 is $1,030 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 Gary Courts take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Gary Courts has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Tuscumbia, AL 35674 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Gary Courts.
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.