Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Atlanta, GA
353 affordable buildings in Atlanta · 34 ZIP codes
Atlanta, GA has 353 income-restricted buildings across 34 ZIP codes: 294 tax credit, 30 public housing, 74 Section 8, and 46 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Atlanta
The 40 highest-ranked of 353 buildings. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Campbell Stone Apartments
2911 Pharr Court, Atlanta, GA 30305
342 units · 307 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
CAPITOL Gateway III
175 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
263 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
- Several buildings — call for addresses
College View Hills
1984 Princeton Ave, College Park, GA 30337
260 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of College Park
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Marian Road Highrise
760 Sidney Marcus Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
240 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Calvin Court
479 E Paces Ferry Rd NE Ofc, Atlanta, GA 30305
237 units · 92 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Magnolia Park I
816 Magnolia Way NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
220 units · 87 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Village at Carver , Phase III
174 Moury Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315
216 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Pleasantdale Crossing
1000-1 Pleasantdale Crossin, Doraville, GA 30340
210 units · 42 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Briarcliff Summit Apartments
1050 Ponce de Leon AVE NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
200 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Campbell Stone North Apartments, Inc.
350 Carpenter Dr, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
197 units · Studio–2 BR
Atrium at Collegetown/John O. Chiles Sr
435 Joseph E Lowery Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
190 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
- Most residents are 62 or older
City Views at Rosa Burney Apartments
259 Richardson St SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
181 units · 180 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
City Views at Rosa Burney Park
250 Fulton ST SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
180 units · 154 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Magnolia Park II
781 Magnolia Way NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
180 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Ashley CollegetownII/AshColl 2HarrV
965 Sells Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
177 units · 70 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Paradise East Apts
1504 Bouldercrest RD SE, Gresham Park, GA 30316
176 units · 174 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Villages at Carver Phase V /Carver V
178 Moury Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315
165 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Mech Crossing/Mech-3-McDan/Gle HomesIV
565 Wells St SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
164 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Mech StatCross/Mech-4-McDanGlen homes IV
540 Humphries St SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
164 units · 63 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
No buildings in Atlanta match this filter.
Programs in Atlanta
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Atlanta
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in Atlanta is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA GeorgiaCall (404) 892-4700
- Housing Authority of the City of East PointCall (404) 768-0078
- Housing Authority of Fulton CountyCall (404) 588-4950
- Housing Authority of the City of College ParkCall (404) 761-2805
Rents and income limits in 30315
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,200/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,000/yr
- Renters in 30315 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 58%
Income limits (2026)
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area · median family income $117,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,750 | $41,250 | $66,000 |
| 2 | $28,300 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
| 3 | $31,850 | $53,050 | $84,850 |
| 4 | $35,350 | $58,900 | $94,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,650 | $101,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,350 | $109,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $73,050 | $116,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,750 | $124,450 |
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 | 30315 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,060 | $1,554 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,619 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,762 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,430 | $2,099 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,700 | $2,493 |
Wider area = Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (30314) to $2,230 (30308).
Census figures for 30315 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,124. Median household income $50,822. 57% of homes are rented. 58% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 41% 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 30315's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 30315Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Atlanta, GA?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA, 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 Atlanta, GA have openings?
These lists for Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA?
Use the phone number on each building card in Atlanta, GA. 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 Atlanta, GA?
In Atlanta, GA, 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 Atlanta, GA?
This directory lists 353 income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Atlanta have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Atlanta are listed in 30315 (41), 30310 (39), 30331 (35), 30312 (34), 30318 (29), 30311 (24), 30344 (20), 30316 (16), 30314 (13), 30354 (13), 30308 (11), 30313 (9). 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 Atlanta?
Public housing in Atlanta is run by Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia, Housing Authority of the City of East Point, Housing Authority of Fulton County, and Housing Authority of the City of College Park. Apply with those agencies, 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 Atlanta, GA?
Most income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA 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 $41,250, and $58,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($66,000 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 Atlanta, GA?
For many programs in Atlanta, GA, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,250 a year for 1 person and $58,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $66,000 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 Atlanta, GA?
There is no single waiting list for Atlanta, GA. 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 Atlanta, GA?
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 Atlanta, GA. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Atlanta, GA?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Atlanta, GA, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Atlanta, GA is $1,200 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 Atlanta, GA?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Atlanta, GA. 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 Atlanta, GA?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Atlanta, GA. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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