Johns River Apts — Income-Restricted Housing in Derby, VT 05829
22 & 29 West Street, Derby Center, VT 05829
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
How to apply
- Managed by Rural Edge Property Management. USDA does not publish a phone number for this property.
- Find contact info on USDA's Multifamily Housing programs page.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2019
- Bedrooms
- 15 1 bedroom · 8 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 11 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Accessible units
- 5
- Managed by
- Rural Edge Property Management
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Johns River Apartments
29 West Street, Derby Line, VT 05830
1.7 mi away
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Newport Place Realty Resource
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3.1 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Newport City Senior Housing
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3.7 mi away
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Rents and income limits in 05829
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,470/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,800/yr
- Renters in 05829 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Orleans County, VT area · median family income $95,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,000 | $36,650 | $58,650 |
| 2 | $25,150 | $41,900 | $67,000 |
| 3 | $28,300 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,350 | $83,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,550 | $90,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,750 | $97,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,950 | $103,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,150 | $110,550 |
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 | 05829 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,150 | $1,067 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,200 | $1,111 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,363 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,890 | $1,754 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,060 | $1,909 |
Wider area = Orleans County, VT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,310 (05872) to $1,460 (05853).
Census figures for 05829 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,078. Median household income $73,456. 25% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% 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 05829's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 05829Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Johns River Apts?
No phone is listed for Johns River Apts. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Johns River Apts Section 8 housing?
Johns River Apts is listed as income-restricted housing in Derby, VT 05829 (usda). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Johns River Apts?
Public records list 23 units at Johns River Apts in Derby, VT 05829. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Johns River Apts?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 05829 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 Johns River Apts?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Johns River Apts in Derby, VT 05829. 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 Derby, VT 05829?
Most income-restricted buildings in Derby, VT 05829 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 $36,650, and $52,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,650 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 Derby, VT 05829?
For many programs in Derby, VT 05829, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,650 a year for 1 person and $52,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,650 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 Derby, VT 05829?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Derby, VT 05829, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Derby, VT 05829 is $1,470 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 Johns River Apts take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Johns River Apts has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Derby, VT 05829 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Johns River Apts.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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.