Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Marshall, AR

4 affordable buildings in Marshall

Marshall, AR has 4 income-restricted buildings across 1 ZIP code: 3 tax credit, 2 senior, and 3 usda rural. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

In Marshall

  • Briarwood I Apts

    210 Hazel St, Marshall, AR 72650

    Tax creditUSDA rural

    49 units · 1–3 BR

    • 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Heritage Place Apts

    100 Heritage Ln, Marshall, AR 72650

    USDA ruralSeniors

    31 units · 1–2 BR

    • 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Marshall Manor

    203 W Main St, Marshall, AR 72650

    Tax creditUSDA ruralSeniors

    27 units · 1–2 BR

    • 22 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Heritage Place Apts

    110 School St, Marshall, AR 72650

    Tax credit

    31 units · 1–2 BR

    • Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections

Programs in Marshall

  • Tax credit3 buildings
  • Seniors2 buildings
  • USDA rural3 buildings

ZIP codes in Marshall

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Rents and income limits in 72650

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$910/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$36,400/yr
Renters in 72650 paying 30% or more of income on rent
53%

Income limits (2026)

Searcy County, AR area · median family income $58,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely 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.

Size72650Wider area
Studio$650$646
1 bedroom$700$701
2 bedrooms$910$909
3 bedrooms$1,260$1,259
4 bedrooms$1,270$1,274

Wider area = Searcy County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72645) to $930 (72679).

Census figures for 72650 (2020–2024 average): median rent $677. Median household income $46,295. 23% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 72650's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72650

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Marshall, AR?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Marshall, AR, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

Do affordable housing buildings in Marshall, AR have openings?

These lists for Marshall, AR don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

How do I apply for affordable housing in Marshall, AR?

Use the phone number on each building card in Marshall, AR. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.

What counts as affordable housing in Marshall, AR?

In Marshall, AR, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.

How many affordable housing buildings are in Marshall, AR?

This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Marshall, AR. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.

Which ZIP codes in Marshall have affordable housing?

Income-restricted buildings in Marshall are listed in 72650 (4).

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Marshall, AR?

Most income-restricted buildings in Marshall, AR 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 Marshall, AR?

For many programs in Marshall, AR, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Marshall, AR?

There is no single waiting list for Marshall, AR. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.

What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Marshall, AR?

Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Marshall, AR. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Marshall, AR?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Marshall, AR, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Marshall, AR is $910 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.

Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Marshall, AR?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Marshall, AR. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.

Is there senior affordable housing in Marshall, AR?

Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Marshall, AR. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.

Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.

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