Newport Heights- Phase I — Income-Restricted Housing in Newport, RI 02840
230 Maple Ave Unit 3, Newport, RI 02840
45 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (401) 847-0185Directions
How to apply
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (401) 847-0185.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2003
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 6 1 bedroom · 21 2 bedrooms · 6 3 bedrooms · 3 4+ bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $711/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Newport Heights 2B
5 Beech Tree St, Newport, RI 02840
0.1 mi away
47 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Newport Heights IIB
18 Ranger Rd, Newport, RI 02840
0.1 mi away
47 units · 45 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Newport Heights IIA
59 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
0.2 mi away
72 units · 36 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Newport Heights IIIA
21 Sunset Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
0.2 mi away
44 units · 34 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport
- Residents waited about 31 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Newport Heights IIIB
206 Hillside Ave, Newport, RI 02840
0.2 mi away
27 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Weidemann Court
6 Sgt Weidemann, Newport, RI 02840
0.2 mi away
2 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport
Rents and income limits in 02840
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,480/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $99,200/yr
- Renters in 02840 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
Income limits (2026)
Newport-Middleton-Portsmouth, RI area · median family income $137,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,950 | $48,200 | $75,550 |
| 2 | $33,050 | $55,100 | $86,350 |
| 3 | $37,200 | $62,000 | $97,150 |
| 4 | $41,300 | $68,850 | $107,900 |
| 5 | $44,650 | $74,400 | $116,550 |
| 6 | $47,950 | $79,900 | $125,200 |
| 7 | $51,250 | $85,400 | $133,800 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $90,900 | $142,450 |
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 | 02840 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,880 | $1,904 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,900 | $1,916 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,480 | $2,507 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,290 | $3,327 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,940 | $3,981 |
Wider area = Newport-Middleton-Portsmouth, RI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,970 (02874) to $2,820 (02837).
Census figures for 02840 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,695. Median household income $86,250. 50% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 02840's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 02840Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Newport Heights- Phase I?
Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Newport, which runs Newport Heights- Phase I. Call (401) 847-0185. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Newport Heights- Phase I Section 8 housing?
Newport Heights- 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 Newport Heights- Phase I?
Public records list 45 units at Newport Heights- Phase I in Newport, RI 02840. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Newport Heights- Phase I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 02840 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 Newport Heights- Phase I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Newport Heights- Phase I in Newport, RI 02840. 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 Newport, RI 02840?
Most income-restricted buildings in Newport, RI 02840 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 $48,200, and $68,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($75,550 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 Newport, RI 02840?
For many programs in Newport, RI 02840, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $48,200 a year for 1 person and $68,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $75,550 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 Newport, RI 02840?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Newport, RI 02840, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Newport, RI 02840 is $2,480 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 Newport Heights- Phase I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Newport Heights- Phase I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Newport, RI 02840 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Newport Heights- 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.