Poinsett Co/Marked Tree — Income-Restricted Housing in Lepanto, AR 72354
117 Portis St, Lepanto, AR 72354
270 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Poinsett
- Residents waited about 38 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (870) 358-2990Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Poinsett. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (870) 358-2990.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 116 1 bedroom · 87 2 bedrooms · 67 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $289/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Stevens Square
123-124 Stevens Square, Lepanto, AR 72354
0.6 mi away
46 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Delta Point Apts
308 Industrial St, Marked Tree, AR 72365
7.5 mi away
20 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Delta Point Apts
101 Industrial St, Marked Tree, AR 72365
7.7 mi away
20 units · 2–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Caraway
104 Kelly Dr, Caraway, AR 72419
9.7 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Caraway
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 72354
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 72354 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 38%
Income limits (2026)
Poinsett County, AR area · median family income $65,700. 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 | $24,900 | $39,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,450 | $45,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,000 | $51,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $35,550 | $56,900 |
| 5 | $38,400 | $38,400 | $61,500 |
| 6 | $41,250 | $41,250 | $66,050 |
| 7 | $44,100 | $44,100 | $70,600 |
| 8 | $46,950 | $46,950 | $75,150 |
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 | 72354 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $690 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $695 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $909 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,190 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,195 |
Wider area = Poinsett County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72330) to $1,010 (72377).
Census figures for 72354 (2020–2024 average): median rent $498 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $48,472. 31% of homes are rented. 38% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 13% 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 72354's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72354Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Poinsett Co/Marked Tree?
Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Poinsett, which runs Poinsett Co/Marked Tree. Call (870) 358-2990. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Poinsett Co/Marked Tree Section 8 housing?
Poinsett Co/Marked Tree 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 Poinsett Co/Marked Tree?
Public records list 270 units at Poinsett Co/Marked Tree in Lepanto, AR 72354. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Poinsett Co/Marked Tree?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 72354 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 Poinsett Co/Marked Tree?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Poinsett Co/Marked Tree in Lepanto, AR 72354. 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 Lepanto, AR 72354?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lepanto, AR 72354 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 $24,900, and $35,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($39,850 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 Lepanto, AR 72354?
For many programs in Lepanto, AR 72354, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $24,900 a year for 1 person and $35,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $39,850 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 Lepanto, AR 72354?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lepanto, AR 72354, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lepanto, AR 72354 is $1,010 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 Poinsett Co/Marked Tree take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Poinsett Co/Marked Tree has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Lepanto, AR 72354 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Poinsett Co/Marked Tree.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.