The Pines — Income-Restricted Housing in Picayune, MS 39466
1201 Kingsway Dr, Picayune, MS 39466
92 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Picayune
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (601) 798-3281Directions
How to apply
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Picayune. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (601) 798-3281.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 73 1 bedroom · 19 2 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $374/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Picayune Apt II Sun Belt Mgmt Co
1223 Kingsway Dr, Picayune, MS 39466
0.1 mi away
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- 8 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mae Williams/George Weems
1500 Bogan Cir, Picayune, MS 39466
0.7 mi away
192 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Picayune
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Bridgeway Apartments
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0.8 mi away
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Elmwood Manor
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3.3 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Blue Spruce Apts.
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48 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Rents and income limits in 39466
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
- Renters in 39466 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Pearl River County, MS area · median family income $78,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,400 | $27,300 | $43,700 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,200 | $49,950 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,100 | $56,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,150 | $67,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,250 | $72,400 |
| 7 | $48,400 | $48,400 | $77,400 |
| 8 | $51,500 | $51,500 | $82,400 |
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 | 39466 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $780 | $789 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $794 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $967 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,288 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,346 |
Wider area = Pearl River County, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (39426) to $1,210 (70452).
Census figures for 39466 (2020–2024 average): median rent $910. Median household income $52,765. 26% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 39466's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 39466Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to The Pines?
Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Picayune, which runs The Pines. Call (601) 798-3281. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is The Pines Section 8 housing?
The Pines 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 The Pines?
Public records list 92 units at The Pines in Picayune, MS 39466. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near The Pines?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 39466 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 Pines?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at The Pines in Picayune, MS 39466. 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 Picayune, MS 39466?
Most income-restricted buildings in Picayune, MS 39466 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 $27,300, and $39,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,700 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 Picayune, MS 39466?
For many programs in Picayune, MS 39466, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,300 a year for 1 person and $39,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,700 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 Picayune, MS 39466?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Picayune, MS 39466, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Picayune, MS 39466 is $1,030 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 Pines take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that The Pines has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Picayune, MS 39466 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call The Pines.
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.