Edgewood Terrace I — Income-Restricted Housing in Washington, DC 20017
601 Edgewood St NE, Washington, DC 20017
292 units · 205 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
Leasing office: (202) 832-0400Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (202) 832-0400 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2015
- Bedrooms
- 3 Studio · 31 1 bedroom · 43 2 bedrooms · 17 3 bedrooms · 20 4+ bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 91/100 (Mar 2024) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 20017
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,280/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $91,200/yr
- Renters in 20017 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD area · median family income $166,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34,900 | $58,150 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $39,900 | $66,450 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $44,900 | $74,750 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $49,850 | $83,050 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $53,850 | $89,700 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $57,850 | $96,350 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $61,850 | $103,000 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $65,850 | $109,650 | $141,000 |
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 | 20017 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,970 | $2,111 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,060 | $2,204 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,438 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,910 | $3,107 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,420 | $3,658 |
Wider area = Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,640 (20018) to $3,430 (20001).
Census figures for 20017 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,839. Median household income $106,300. 42% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 20017's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 20017Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Edgewood Terrace I?
Call (202) 832-0400 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Edgewood Terrace I in Washington, DC 20017. These records do not show openings.
Is Edgewood Terrace I Section 8 housing?
Edgewood Terrace I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Edgewood Terrace I?
Public records list 292 units at Edgewood Terrace I in Washington, DC 20017. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Edgewood Terrace I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 20017 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 Edgewood Terrace I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Edgewood Terrace I in Washington, DC 20017. 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 Washington, DC 20017?
Most income-restricted buildings in Washington, DC 20017 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 $58,150, and $83,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Washington, DC 20017?
For many programs in Washington, DC 20017, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $58,150 a year for 1 person and $83,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 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 Washington, DC 20017?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Washington, DC 20017, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Washington, DC 20017 is $2,280 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 Edgewood Terrace I take Section 8 vouchers?
Edgewood Terrace I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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.