Affordable & Low-Income Housing in West Kingston, RI 02892
1 affordable building in 02892 · 17 more within 9 mi
West Kingston, RI 02892 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 17 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 02892
Bowling Lane
10 Bowling Ln, West Kingston, RI 02892
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 02892 match this filter.
Nearby
Fournier/Champagne
364 Curtis Corner Rd Apt B12, Wakefield, RI 02879
5.1 mi away
70 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through South Kingstown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Bayberry Courts
1838 Kingstown Rd., South Kingstown, RI 02879
5.3 mi away
10 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Peace Dale House
1221 Saugatucket Rd, Peace Dale, RI 02879
5.5 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Shannock Falls
Shannock Road, Charlestown, RI 02813
8.4 mi away
43 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Narragansett Ha
48 Kingstown Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
8.7 mi away
9 units
- Apply through Narragansett Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Beachwinds II Preservation
30 Kingstown Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
8.7 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Beachwinds Apartments
29 South Pier Rd, Narragansett Pier, RI 02882
9.1 mi away
152 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 02892
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $82,000/yr
- Renters in 02892 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
Income limits (2026)
Providence-Fall River, RI-MA area · median family income $112,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,600 | $39,250 | $62,800 |
| 2 | $26,950 | $44,850 | $71,800 |
| 3 | $30,300 | $50,450 | $80,750 |
| 4 | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $60,550 | $96,900 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $65,050 | $104,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $69,550 | $111,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $74,000 | $118,450 |
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 | 02892 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,560 | $1,423 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,660 | $1,509 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,050 | $1,879 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,470 | $2,302 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,940 | $2,615 |
Wider area = Providence-Fall River, RI-MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,760 (02832) to $2,490 (02882).
Census figures for 02892 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $135,809. 4% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% pay half or more.
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 02892's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 02892Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in West Kingston, RI 02892?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in West Kingston, RI 02892, 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 West Kingston, RI 02892 have openings?
These lists for West Kingston, RI 02892 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
Use the phone number on each building card in West Kingston, RI 02892. 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
In West Kingston, RI 02892, 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 ZIP 02892?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in West Kingston, RI 02892. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 02892?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near West Kingston, RI 02892 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in West Kingston, RI 02892?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Kingston, RI 02892 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 $39,250, and $56,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($62,800 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
For many programs in West Kingston, RI 02892, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,250 a year for 1 person and $56,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $62,800 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
There is no single waiting list for West Kingston, RI 02892. 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
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. This page lists tax-credit apartments in West Kingston, RI 02892. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in West Kingston, RI 02892?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Kingston, RI 02892, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Kingston, RI 02892 is $2,050 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in West Kingston, RI 02892. 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 West Kingston, RI 02892?
This page may still list buildings in West Kingston, RI 02892 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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