The Phoenix — Income-Restricted Housing in Lagrange, GA 30240
201 Chatham Street, La Grange, GA 30240
76 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of LaGrange
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Leasing office: (706) 298-0053Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of LaGrange. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (706) 298-0053.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2021
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 8 1 bedroom · 28 2 bedrooms · 32 3 bedrooms · 8 4+ bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 87/100 (Aug 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
- Average tenant rent
- $376/mo
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Rents and income limits in 30240
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,190/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,600/yr
- Renters in 30240 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
Income limits (2026)
Troup County, GA area · median family income $76,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,750 | $27,900 | $44,600 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,850 | $51,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,850 | $57,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,800 | $63,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $43,000 | $68,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,200 | $73,900 |
| 7 | $49,400 | $49,400 | $79,000 |
| 8 | $52,550 | $52,550 | $84,100 |
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 | 30240 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $831 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,020 | $1,023 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,194 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,480 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,930 | $1,935 |
Wider area = Troup County, GA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $990 (36855) to $1,220 (30241).
Census figures for 30240 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,085. Median household income $61,584. 40% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 30240's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 30240Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to The Phoenix?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of LaGrange, which runs The Phoenix. Call (706) 298-0053. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is The Phoenix Section 8 housing?
The Phoenix 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 The Phoenix?
Public records list 76 units at The Phoenix in Lagrange, GA 30240. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near The Phoenix?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 30240 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 The Phoenix?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at The Phoenix in Lagrange, GA 30240. 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 Lagrange, GA 30240?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lagrange, GA 30240 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 $27,900, and $39,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,600 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 Lagrange, GA 30240?
For many programs in Lagrange, GA 30240, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,900 a year for 1 person and $39,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,600 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 Lagrange, GA 30240?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lagrange, GA 30240, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lagrange, GA 30240 is $1,190 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 The Phoenix take Section 8 vouchers?
The Phoenix 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.