Liberty Green Rental Phase I — Income-Restricted Housing in Louisville, KY 40202
519 E Jefferson St, Louisville, KY 40202
95 units · 94 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Housing authority: (502) 569-3400Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (502) 569-3400.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 39 1 bedroom · 51 2 bedrooms · 5 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $338/mo
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Rents and income limits in 40202
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,000/yr
- Renters in 40202 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 36%
Income limits (2026)
Louisville, KY-IN area · median family income $99,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,800 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 2 | $23,800 | $39,600 | $63,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,550 | $71,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,500 | $79,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,500 | $85,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,400 | $98,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $65,350 | $104,550 |
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 | 40202 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,070 | $976 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,160 | $1,058 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,276 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,790 | $1,629 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,060 | $1,874 |
Wider area = Louisville, KY-IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (40203) to $1,440 (40280).
Census figures for 40202 (2020–2024 average): median rent $958. Median household income $35,584. 88% of homes are rented. 36% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 7% 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 40202's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 40202Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Liberty Green Rental Phase I?
Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority, which runs Liberty Green Rental Phase I. Call (502) 569-3400. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Liberty Green Rental Phase I Section 8 housing?
Liberty Green Rental Phase I 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 Liberty Green Rental Phase I?
Public records list 95 units at Liberty Green Rental Phase I in Louisville, KY 40202. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Liberty Green Rental Phase I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 40202 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 Liberty Green Rental Phase I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Liberty Green Rental Phase I in Louisville, KY 40202. 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
Most income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40202 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 $34,650, and $49,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,450 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
For many programs in Louisville, KY 40202, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,650 a year for 1 person and $49,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,450 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Louisville, KY 40202, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Louisville, KY 40202 is $1,400 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 Liberty Green Rental Phase I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Liberty Green Rental Phase I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Louisville, KY 40202 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Liberty Green Rental Phase I.
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.