Whippoorwill Hills — Income-Restricted Housing in Gate City, VA 24251
325 W Jackson St, Gate City, VA 24251
111 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Scott County Redev. & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (276) 431-2022Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Scott County Redev. & Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (276) 431-2022.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 63 1 bedroom · 35 2 bedrooms · 13 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $323/mo
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Providence Place
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 24251
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 24251 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA area · median family income $81,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,200 | $28,650 | $45,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,750 | $52,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,850 | $58,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $40,900 | $65,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $44,200 | $70,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $47,450 | $75,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $50,750 | $81,200 |
| 8 | $54,000 | $54,000 | $86,400 |
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 | 24251 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $760 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $845 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,375 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,465 |
Wider area = Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (37665) to $1,170 (37660).
Census figures for 24251 (2020–2024 average): median rent $676. Median household income $44,505. 25% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 24251's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 24251Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Whippoorwill Hills?
Apply through Scott County Redev. & Housing Authority, which runs Whippoorwill Hills. Call (276) 431-2022. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Whippoorwill Hills Section 8 housing?
Whippoorwill Hills 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 Whippoorwill Hills?
Public records list 111 units at Whippoorwill Hills in Gate City, VA 24251. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Whippoorwill Hills?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 24251 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 Whippoorwill Hills?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Whippoorwill Hills in Gate City, VA 24251. 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gate City, VA 24251 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 $28,650, and $40,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($45,850 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
For many programs in Gate City, VA 24251, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,650 a year for 1 person and $40,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $45,850 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gate City, VA 24251, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gate City, VA 24251 is $1,000 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 Whippoorwill Hills take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Whippoorwill Hills has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Gate City, VA 24251 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Whippoorwill Hills.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.