Scattered Site I — Income-Restricted Housing in Franklin, VA 23851
309 Roosevelt St, Franklin, VA 23851
1 unit
- Apply through Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (757) 562-0384Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (757) 562-0384.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Pretlow-Old Towne Apartments
315-329 Bruce St, Franklin, VA 23851
0.1 mi away
150 units · 75 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Franklin South Apts
1205 South St, Franklin, VA 23851
0.2 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scattered Sites
1600 South St, Franklin, VA 23851
0.3 mi away
2 units
- Apply through Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Scattered Sites 4
401 Bracey St, Franklin, VA 23851
0.3 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 23851
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,110/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,400/yr
- Renters in 23851 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Southampton County-Franklin city, VA area · median family income $96,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,200 | $33,600 | $53,800 |
| 2 | $23,050 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,200 | $69,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,550 | $95,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,400 | $101,400 |
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 | 23851 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $940 | $874 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $897 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,110 | $1,032 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,392 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,850 | $1,725 |
Wider area = Southampton County-Franklin city, VA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (23874) to $1,360 (23315).
Census figures for 23851 (2020–2024 average): median rent $999. Median household income $70,122. 39% 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 23851's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 23851Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Scattered Site I?
Apply through Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority, which runs Scattered Site I. Call (757) 562-0384. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Scattered Site I Section 8 housing?
Scattered Site 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 Scattered Site I?
Public records list 1 unit at Scattered Site I in Franklin, VA 23851. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Scattered Site I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 23851 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 Scattered Site I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Scattered Site I in Franklin, VA 23851. 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 Franklin, VA 23851?
Most income-restricted buildings in Franklin, VA 23851 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 $33,600, and $48,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,800 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 Franklin, VA 23851?
For many programs in Franklin, VA 23851, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,600 a year for 1 person and $48,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,800 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 Franklin, VA 23851?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Franklin, VA 23851, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Franklin, VA 23851 is $1,110 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 Scattered Site I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Scattered Site I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Franklin, VA 23851 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Scattered Site I.
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.