Gardens at South Bay — Income-Restricted Housing in Tampa, FL 33616
6720 S Lois Ave, Tampa, FL 33616
216 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Tampa Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 103 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (813) 341-9101Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Tampa Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (813) 341-9101.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2006
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 24 1 bedroom · 84 2 bedrooms · 72 3 bedrooms · 36 4+ bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $492/mo
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Rents and income limits in 33616
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,310/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $92,400/yr
- Renters in 33616 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area · median family income $104,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,100 | $40,150 | $64,250 |
| 2 | $27,550 | $45,850 | $73,400 |
| 3 | $31,000 | $51,600 | $82,600 |
| 4 | $34,400 | $57,350 | $91,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,950 | $99,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,550 | $106,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $71,150 | $113,800 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,700 | $121,150 |
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 | 33616 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,920 | $1,597 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,990 | $1,648 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,310 | $1,917 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,950 | $2,448 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,590 | $2,977 |
Wider area = Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,540 (33605) to $2,880 (33602).
Census figures for 33616 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,054. Median household income $93,210. 52% of homes are rented. 50% 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 33616's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 33616Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Gardens at South Bay?
Apply through Tampa Housing Authority, which runs Gardens at South Bay. Call (813) 341-9101. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Gardens at South Bay Section 8 housing?
Gardens at South Bay 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 Gardens at South Bay?
Public records list 216 units at Gardens at South Bay in Tampa, FL 33616. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Gardens at South Bay?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 33616 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 Gardens at South Bay?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Gardens at South Bay in Tampa, FL 33616. 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 Tampa, FL 33616?
Most income-restricted buildings in Tampa, FL 33616 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 $40,150, and $57,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($64,250 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 Tampa, FL 33616?
For many programs in Tampa, FL 33616, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,150 a year for 1 person and $57,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $64,250 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 Tampa, FL 33616?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Tampa, FL 33616, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Tampa, FL 33616 is $2,310 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 Gardens at South Bay take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Gardens at South Bay has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Tampa, FL 33616 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Gardens at South Bay.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.