Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Left Hand, WV
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Left Hand.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Left Hand, WV. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
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Rents and income limits in 25251
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,400/yr
- Renters in 25251 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 0%
Income limits (2026)
Roane County, WV area · median family income $56,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $26,300 | $42,100 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $30,050 | $48,100 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,800 | $54,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,550 | $60,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,600 | $64,950 |
| 6 | $43,600 | $43,600 | $69,750 |
| 7 | $46,600 | $46,600 | $74,550 |
| 8 | $49,600 | $49,600 | $79,350 |
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 | 25251 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $708 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $867 |
| 2 bedrooms | $960 | $944 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,307 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,508 |
Wider area = Roane County, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $940 (25259) to $990 (25286).
Census figures for 25251 (2020–2024 average): median rent $591. Median household income $54,741. 28% of homes are rented. 0% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 25251's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 25251Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Left Hand, WV?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Left Hand, WV, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Left Hand, WV have openings?
These lists for Left Hand, WV don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Left Hand, WV?
Use the phone number on each building card in Left Hand, WV. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Left Hand, WV?
In Left Hand, WV, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Left Hand, WV?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Left Hand, WV right now. Nearby ZIP codes on this page may still have buildings you can call.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Left Hand, WV?
Most income-restricted buildings in Left Hand, WV 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 $26,300, and $37,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($42,100 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 Left Hand, WV?
For many programs in Left Hand, WV, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,300 a year for 1 person and $37,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $42,100 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Left Hand, WV?
There is no single waiting list for Left Hand, WV. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Left Hand, WV?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Left Hand, WV?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Left Hand, WV, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Left Hand, WV is $960 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Left Hand, WV?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Left Hand, WV. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Left Hand, WV?
This page may still list buildings in Left Hand, WV that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.