Wheeling Station — Income-Restricted Housing in Wheeling, WV 26003
103 Station Ln, Wheeling, WV 26003
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Leasing office: (304) 243-1735Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (304) 243-1735 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1983
- Bedrooms
- 46 2 bedrooms · 14 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 94/100 (Oct 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 26003
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/yr
- Renters in 26003 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 57%
Income limits (2026)
Wheeling, WV-OH area · median family income $78,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,600 | $27,650 | $44,200 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,600 | $50,500 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,550 | $56,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,450 | $63,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,650 | $68,150 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,800 | $73,200 |
| 7 | $48,950 | $48,950 | $78,250 |
| 8 | $52,100 | $52,100 | $83,300 |
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 | 26003 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $703 |
| 1 bedroom | $900 | $822 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $1,009 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,300 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,570 | $1,436 |
Wider area = Wheeling, WV-OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (26031) to $1,180 (26036).
Census figures for 26003 (2020–2024 average): median rent $818. Median household income $57,703. 32% of homes are rented. 57% 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 26003's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 26003Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Wheeling Station?
Call (304) 243-1735 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Wheeling Station in Wheeling, WV 26003. These records do not show openings.
Is Wheeling Station Section 8 housing?
Wheeling Station is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Wheeling Station?
Public records list 61 units at Wheeling Station in Wheeling, WV 26003. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Wheeling Station?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 26003 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 Wheeling Station?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Wheeling Station in Wheeling, WV 26003. 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 Wheeling, WV 26003?
Most income-restricted buildings in Wheeling, WV 26003 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 $27,650, and $39,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,200 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 Wheeling, WV 26003?
For many programs in Wheeling, WV 26003, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,650 a year for 1 person and $39,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,200 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 Wheeling, WV 26003?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Wheeling, WV 26003, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Wheeling, WV 26003 is $1,100 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 Wheeling Station take Section 8 vouchers?
Wheeling Station is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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.