Cwa Apartments I — Income-Restricted Housing in Nashville, TN 37206
440-446 Shelby Ave., Nashville, TN 37206
178 units · 176 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Leasing office: (615) 254-5576Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (615) 254-5576 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
- 1964
- Bedrooms
- 20 2 bedrooms · 156 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 90/100 (Jan 2025) 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 37206
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,870/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,800/yr
- Renters in 37206 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area · median family income $116,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,400 | $40,650 | $65,050 |
| 2 | $27,900 | $46,450 | $74,350 |
| 3 | $31,400 | $52,250 | $83,650 |
| 4 | $34,850 | $58,050 | $92,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $67,350 | $107,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,000 | $115,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $76,650 | $122,650 |
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 | 37206 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,650 | $1,585 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,720 | $1,650 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,870 | $1,798 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,400 | $2,309 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,910 | $2,799 |
Wider area = Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,500 (37207) to $2,560 (37219).
Census figures for 37206 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,658. Median household income $96,169. 50% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 37206's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 37206Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Cwa Apartments I?
Call (615) 254-5576 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Cwa Apartments I in Nashville, TN 37206. These records do not show openings.
Is Cwa Apartments I Section 8 housing?
Cwa Apartments 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 Cwa Apartments I?
Public records list 178 units at Cwa Apartments I in Nashville, TN 37206. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Cwa Apartments I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 37206 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 Cwa Apartments I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Cwa Apartments I in Nashville, TN 37206. 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 Nashville, TN 37206?
Most income-restricted buildings in Nashville, TN 37206 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 $40,650, and $58,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,050 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 Nashville, TN 37206?
For many programs in Nashville, TN 37206, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,650 a year for 1 person and $58,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,050 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 Nashville, TN 37206?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Nashville, TN 37206, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Nashville, TN 37206 is $1,870 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 Cwa Apartments I take Section 8 vouchers?
Cwa Apartments 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. 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.