Deaf Independent Residence I — Income-Restricted Housing in Salisbury, MD 21801
316 Whitman Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21801
9 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (410) 742-5052Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (410) 742-5052 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
- 1986
- Bedrooms
- 9 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 91/100 (Aug 2026) 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 21801
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,000/yr
- Renters in 21801 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
Income limits (2026)
Salisbury, MD 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 | $21,650 | $36,050 | $57,700 |
| 2 | $24,750 | $41,200 | $65,950 |
| 3 | $27,850 | $46,350 | $74,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $51,500 | $82,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $55,650 | $89,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $59,750 | $95,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $63,900 | $102,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,000 | $108,800 |
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 | 21801 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $950 | $1,095 |
| 1 bedroom | $960 | $1,102 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,428 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,870 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,877 |
Wider area = Salisbury, MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,310 (21822) to $1,670 (21826).
Census figures for 21801 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,114. Median household income $71,313. 42% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 21801's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 21801Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Deaf Independent Residence I?
Call (410) 742-5052 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Deaf Independent Residence I in Salisbury, MD 21801. These records do not show openings.
Is Deaf Independent Residence I Section 8 housing?
Deaf Independent Residence 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 Deaf Independent Residence I?
Public records list 9 units at Deaf Independent Residence I in Salisbury, MD 21801. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Deaf Independent Residence I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 21801 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 Deaf Independent Residence I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Deaf Independent Residence I in Salisbury, MD 21801. 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 Salisbury, MD 21801?
Most income-restricted buildings in Salisbury, MD 21801 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 $36,050, and $51,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($57,700 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 Salisbury, MD 21801?
For many programs in Salisbury, MD 21801, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,050 a year for 1 person and $51,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $57,700 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 Salisbury, MD 21801?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Salisbury, MD 21801, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Salisbury, MD 21801 is $1,250 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 Deaf Independent Residence I take Section 8 vouchers?
Deaf Independent Residence 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; 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.