Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a — Income-Restricted Housing in Jackson, MS 39209
970 Dixon Rd, Jackson, MS 39209
4 units · 2–3 BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1989
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 4 2 bedrooms · 4 3 bedrooms
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Rents and income limits in 39209
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,800/yr
- Renters in 39209 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
Income limits (2026)
Jackson, MS area · median family income $91,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,200 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 2 | $21,950 | $36,600 | $58,500 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,400 | $78,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,050 | $84,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,700 | $90,650 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,350 | $96,500 |
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 | 39209 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,000 | $1,099 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,000 | $1,105 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,289 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,536 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,694 |
Wider area = Jackson, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (39203) to $1,450 (39157).
Census figures for 39209 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,010. Median household income $36,344. 52% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 33% 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 39209's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 39209Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a?
No phone is listed for Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a Section 8 housing?
Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a is listed as income-restricted housing in Jackson, MS 39209 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a?
Public records list 4 units at Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a in Jackson, MS 39209. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 39209 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 Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a in Jackson, MS 39209. 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 Jackson, MS 39209?
Most income-restricted buildings in Jackson, MS 39209 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 $32,000, and $45,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,200 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 Jackson, MS 39209?
For many programs in Jackson, MS 39209, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,000 a year for 1 person and $45,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,200 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 Jackson, MS 39209?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Jackson, MS 39209, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Jackson, MS 39209 is $1,170 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 Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Jackson, MS 39209 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Ridge Creek Apts - Bldg a.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.