Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Orlando, FL
133 affordable buildings in Orlando · 22 ZIP codes
Orlando, FL has 133 income-restricted buildings across 22 ZIP codes: 107 tax credit, 10 public housing, 18 Section 8, 19 senior, and 1 usda rural. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Orlando
The 40 highest-ranked of 133 buildings. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Reeves Terrace
301 Hillside Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
219 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
Lake Mann Homes
3551 Eccleston St, Orlando, FL 32805
205 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
Murchison Terrace
1201 Mable Butler Ave, Orlando, FL 32805
188 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
Ivey Lane Homes
4405 Edgemoor St, Orlando, FL 32811
181 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
Palm Grove Garden Apartments
3944 WD Judge Dr., Orlando, FL 32808
142 units · 141 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Omega Apts/Marden Meadows
7424 Kappa Ct, Orlando, FL 32810
117 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
Lorna Doone Apts
1617 W Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32805
104 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
- Most residents are 62 or older
Silver Lakes Village Apartments
5102 Cinderlane Parkway, Orlando, FL 32808
104 units · 103 income-restricted · 1 BR
Meadow Lake Apts
3564 Meadow Lake Ln, Orlando, FL 32808
87 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
West Kennedy Apartments
791 -M Kennedy Circle, 0816, FL 32810
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
The Villas at Carver Park
854 Carver Park St, Orlando, FL 32805
64 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 31 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
The Landings at Carver Park
1143 W Cypress St, Orlando, FL 32805
56 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 27 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Dixie Grove Apartments
1901 Watauga Ave, Orlando, FL 32812
44 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Citrus Sq/Johnson Manor
4775 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, FL 32812
40 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Orlando Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
- Most residents are 62 or older
Lakeside Place Apartments
1790 Mercy Dr, Orlando, FL 32808
18 units · 17 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Life Concepts Independent Living II
705 Greenwood St, Orlando, FL 32801
4 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Nassau Bay
5200 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32810
492 units · 300 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Fountains at Millenia
5316 Millenia Blvd, Orlando, FL 32839
376 units · 335 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Grand Reserve at Maitland Park
1939 Grand Isle Cir, Orlando, FL 32810
364 units · 75 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Grand Reserve at Lee Vista
6201 Bent Pine Dr, Orlando, FL 32822
338 units · 70 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Landings on Millenia Boulevard
5150 Millenia Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32839
336 units · 252 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
No buildings in Orlando match this filter.
Programs in Orlando
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
- USDA rural
ZIP codes in Orlando
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Housing authorities
Public housing in Orlando is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- Orlando Housing AuthorityCall (407) 895-3300
Rents and income limits in 32839
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,820/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $72,800/yr
- Renters in 32839 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 68%
Income limits (2026)
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL area · median family income $97,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,150 | $40,250 | $64,350 |
| 2 | $27,600 | $46,000 | $73,550 |
| 3 | $31,050 | $51,750 | $82,750 |
| 4 | $34,450 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $62,050 | $99,300 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,650 | $106,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $71,250 | $114,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,850 | $121,350 |
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 | 32839 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,540 | $1,658 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,600 | $1,726 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,820 | $1,959 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,270 | $2,445 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,650 | $2,856 |
Wider area = Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,370 (32805) to $2,590 (32827).
Census figures for 32839 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,503. Median household income $47,313. 75% of homes are rented. 68% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 36% 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 32839's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 32839Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Orlando, FL?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Orlando, FL, 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 Orlando, FL have openings?
These lists for Orlando, FL 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 Orlando, FL?
Use the phone number on each building card in Orlando, FL. 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 Orlando, FL?
In Orlando, FL, 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 Orlando, FL?
This directory lists 133 income-restricted buildings in Orlando, FL. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Orlando have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Orlando are listed in 32839 (17), 32808 (15), 32805 (12), 32810 (11), 32822 (11), 32811 (10), 32818 (9), 32825 (8), 32801 (7), 32828 (7), 32812 (6), 32824 (4). The 12 ZIP codes with the most buildings are listed here; see the ZIP list on this page for the rest.
Where do I apply for public housing in Orlando?
Public housing in Orlando is run by Orlando Housing Authority. Apply with that agency, not at the building. For project-based Section 8 and tax-credit apartments, call the phone number on the building card.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Orlando, FL?
Most income-restricted buildings in Orlando, FL 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 $40,250, and $57,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($64,350 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 Orlando, FL?
For many programs in Orlando, FL, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,250 a year for 1 person and $57,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $64,350 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 Orlando, FL?
There is no single waiting list for Orlando, FL. 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 Orlando, FL?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Orlando, FL. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Orlando, FL?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Orlando, FL, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Orlando, FL is $1,820 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 Orlando, FL?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Orlando, FL. 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 Orlando, FL?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Orlando, FL. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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.
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