Eddie Johnson Estates — Income-Restricted Housing in Mound Bayou, MS 38762
600 N Edwards Ave, Mound Bayou, MS 38762
24 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
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
- 2008
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 2 1 bedroom · 12 2 bedrooms · 2 3 bedrooms
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- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou
- Residents waited about 31 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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Rents and income limits in 38762
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $910/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,400/yr
- Renters in 38762 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Bolivar County, MS area · median family income $54,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $25,200 | $40,350 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,800 | $46,100 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $38,900 | $62,250 |
| 6 | $41,800 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 7 | $44,650 | $44,650 | $71,450 |
| 8 | $47,550 | $47,550 | $76,050 |
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 | 38762 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $687 |
| 1 bedroom | $700 | $692 |
| 2 bedrooms | $910 | $905 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,185 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,189 |
Wider area = Bolivar County, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (38781) to $960 (38732).
Census figures for 38762 (2020–2024 average): median rent $618. Median household income $27,000 (uncertain estimate). 58% of homes are rented. 49% 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 38762's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 38762Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Eddie Johnson Estates?
No phone is listed for Eddie Johnson Estates. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Eddie Johnson Estates Section 8 housing?
Eddie Johnson Estates is listed as income-restricted housing in Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (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 Eddie Johnson Estates?
Public records list 24 units at Eddie Johnson Estates in Mound Bayou, MS 38762. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Eddie Johnson Estates?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 38762 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 Eddie Johnson Estates?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Eddie Johnson Estates in Mound Bayou, MS 38762. 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 Mound Bayou, MS 38762?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mound Bayou, MS 38762 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 $25,200, and $36,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($40,350 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 Mound Bayou, MS 38762?
For many programs in Mound Bayou, MS 38762, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $25,200 a year for 1 person and $36,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $40,350 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 Mound Bayou, MS 38762?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mound Bayou, MS 38762, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mound Bayou, MS 38762 is $910 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 Eddie Johnson Estates take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Eddie Johnson Estates has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Mound Bayou, MS 38762 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Eddie Johnson Estates.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.