City Lights I — Income-Restricted Housing in Atlanta, GA 30308
420 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
80 units · 1 BR
Leasing office: (404) 874-6322Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (404) 874-6322 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
- 2016
- Bedrooms
- 80 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 91/100 (Sep 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 30308
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,230/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $89,200/yr
- Renters in 30308 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
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 | 30308 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,950 | $1,554 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,030 | $1,619 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,230 | $1,762 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,670 | $2,099 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,190 | $2,493 |
Wider area = Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (30314) to $2,640 (30309).
Census figures for 30308 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,890. Median household income $85,693. 65% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 25% 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 30308's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 30308Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to City Lights I?
Call (404) 874-6322 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at City Lights I in Atlanta, GA 30308. These records do not show openings.
Is City Lights I Section 8 housing?
City Lights 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 City Lights I?
Public records list 80 units at City Lights I in Atlanta, GA 30308. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near City Lights I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 30308 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 City Lights I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at City Lights I in Atlanta, GA 30308. 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 Atlanta, GA 30308?
Most income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA 30308 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 30308?
For many programs in Atlanta, GA 30308, 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 much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Atlanta, GA 30308?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Atlanta, GA 30308, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Atlanta, GA 30308 is $2,230 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 City Lights I take Section 8 vouchers?
City Lights 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.