South First St Phase I — Income-Restricted Housing in Charlottesville, VA 22902
1052 1st St S, Charlottesville, VA 22902
34 units · 13 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Charlottesville Redev & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 96 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (434) 326-4672Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Charlottesville Redev & Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (434) 326-4672.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 24 1 bedroom · 10 2 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $311/mo
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- Apply through Charlottesville Redev & Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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Rents and income limits in 22902
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,850/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,000/yr
- Renters in 22902 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Charlottesville, VA area · median family income $139,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,050 | $48,450 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $33,200 | $55,350 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $37,350 | $62,250 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $41,500 | $69,150 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $44,850 | $74,700 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $48,150 | $80,250 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $51,500 | $85,750 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $91,300 | $141,000 |
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 | 22902 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,440 | $1,279 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,630 | $1,442 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,850 | $1,642 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,250 | $1,997 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,770 | $2,458 |
Wider area = Charlottesville, VA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,650 (22946) to $1,710 (22904).
Census figures for 22902 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,659. Median household income $93,463. 47% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 22902's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 22902Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to South First St Phase I?
Apply through Charlottesville Redev & Housing Authority, which runs South First St Phase I. Call (434) 326-4672. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is South First St Phase I Section 8 housing?
South First St 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 South First St Phase I?
Public records list 34 units at South First St Phase I in Charlottesville, VA 22902. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near South First St Phase I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 22902 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 South First St Phase I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at South First St Phase I in Charlottesville, VA 22902. 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 Charlottesville, VA 22902?
Most income-restricted buildings in Charlottesville, VA 22902 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 $48,450, and $69,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Charlottesville, VA 22902?
For many programs in Charlottesville, VA 22902, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $48,450 a year for 1 person and $69,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 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 Charlottesville, VA 22902?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Charlottesville, VA 22902, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Charlottesville, VA 22902 is $1,850 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 South First St Phase I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that South First St Phase I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Charlottesville, VA 22902 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call South First St 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.