Highland Court I — Income-Restricted Housing in Shelbyville, TN 37160
516A Highland Ct, Shelbyville, TN 37160
2 units
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (931) 684-1341Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (931) 684-1341.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
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Eastside Annex Phase II
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Rents and income limits in 37160
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,190/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,600/yr
- Renters in 37160 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Bedford County, TN area · median family income $85,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,950 | $29,900 | $47,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,200 | $54,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,450 | $61,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,150 | $73,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
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 | 37160 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,040 | $850 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,060 | $1,022 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,112 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,540 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,870 | $1,859 |
Wider area = Bedford County, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (37360) to $1,490 (37020).
Census figures for 37160 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,053. Median household income $64,800. 35% of homes are rented. 47% 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 37160's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 37160Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Highland Court I?
Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority, which runs Highland Court I. Call (931) 684-1341. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Highland Court I Section 8 housing?
Highland Court 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 Highland Court I?
Public records list 2 units at Highland Court I in Shelbyville, TN 37160. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Highland Court I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 37160 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 Highland Court I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Highland Court I in Shelbyville, TN 37160. 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 Shelbyville, TN 37160?
Most income-restricted buildings in Shelbyville, TN 37160 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 $29,900, and $42,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($47,850 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 Shelbyville, TN 37160?
For many programs in Shelbyville, TN 37160, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,900 a year for 1 person and $42,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $47,850 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 Shelbyville, TN 37160?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Shelbyville, TN 37160, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Shelbyville, TN 37160 is $1,190 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 Highland Court I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Highland Court I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Shelbyville, TN 37160 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Highland Court 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.