RALPH deCHABERT Place — Income-Restricted Housing in Christiansted, VI 00820
1001 Bassin Triangle Proj, Christiansted, VI 00820
26 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Virgin Islands Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (340) 777-8442Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Virgin Islands Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (340) 777-8442.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 11 2 bedrooms · 15 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $589/mo
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- Apply through Virgin Islands Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 29 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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Rents and income limits in 00820
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,237/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,500/yr
Income limits (2026)
St. Croix Island, VI area · median family income $66,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,150 | $26,900 | $43,050 |
| 2 | $18,450 | $30,750 | $49,200 |
| 3 | $20,750 | $34,600 | $55,350 |
| 4 | $23,050 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 5 | $24,900 | $41,500 | $66,400 |
| 6 | $26,750 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 7 | $28,600 | $47,650 | $76,200 |
| 8 | $30,450 | $50,700 | $81,150 |
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 | St. Croix Island, VI |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,029 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,035 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,237 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,626 |
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 00820's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 00820Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to RALPH deCHABERT Place?
Apply through Virgin Islands Housing Authority, which runs RALPH deCHABERT Place. Call (340) 777-8442. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is RALPH deCHABERT Place Section 8 housing?
RALPH deCHABERT Place 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 RALPH deCHABERT Place?
Public records list 26 units at RALPH deCHABERT Place in Christiansted, VI 00820. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near RALPH deCHABERT Place?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 00820 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 RALPH deCHABERT Place?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at RALPH deCHABERT Place in Christiansted, VI 00820. 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 Christiansted, VI 00820?
Most income-restricted buildings in Christiansted, VI 00820 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 $26,900, and $38,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,050 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 Christiansted, VI 00820?
For many programs in Christiansted, VI 00820, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,900 a year for 1 person and $38,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,050 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 Christiansted, VI 00820?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Christiansted, VI 00820, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Christiansted, VI 00820 is $1,237 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 RALPH deCHABERT Place take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that RALPH deCHABERT Place has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Christiansted, VI 00820 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call RALPH deCHABERT Place.
Sources: 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.