Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Dover, DE 19901
21 affordable buildings in 19901 · 17 more within 9 mi
Dover, DE 19901 has 21 income-restricted buildings: 13 tax credit, 4 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 2 senior. 17 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 19901
Luther Towers II of Dover
430 Kings Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
292 units · 291 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Senate View
404 New Castle Ave, Dover, DE 19901
117 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Dover Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Manchester Square
765 Bacon Ave # 1, Dover, DE 19901
113 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Dover Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Scattered Site Kent Co
39 Edgewood Rd, Dover, DE 19901
6 units
- Apply through Delaware State Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
De Bond I
100 Lakeview Drive Dover De 105 Lawn Drive Smyrna De, Dover & Smyrna, DE 19901
118 units · 2 BR
Delaware State Housing Authority
18 The Grn, Dover, DE 19901
Barrister Place
488 Barrister Pl, Dover, DE 19901
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 19901 match this filter.
Nearby
Scattered Site II
319 N New St, Dover, DE 19904
3.3 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Dover Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Ken Crest Housing DEL 2
1180 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904
4.3 mi away
15 units · 12 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
DERBY ESTATES/Phase I
16 Glenwood Dr, Dover, DE 19904
6.5 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Dover Housing Authority
Commerce Square Apartments
101 Talon Court, Smyrna, DE 19977
10.8 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Heron Run Apts
363 E. Commerce St., Smyrna, DE 19977
10.8 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Black Diamond Hope House
4966 Dupont Pkwy, Smyrna, DE 19977
14.5 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Yorktowne Woods Apts.
Yorktowne Lane, Seaford, DE 19977
37 mi away
35 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 19901
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,690/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $67,600/yr
- Renters in 19901 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Dover, DE 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 | $22,650 | $37,700 | $60,350 |
| 2 | $25,900 | $43,100 | $69,000 |
| 3 | $29,150 | $48,500 | $77,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,900 | $86,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $58,200 | $93,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $62,500 | $100,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,850 | $106,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $71,150 | $113,800 |
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 | 19901 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $1,286 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $1,294 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,629 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,330 | $2,244 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,690 | $2,590 |
Wider area = Dover, DE. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,370 (19936) to $1,770 (19977).
Census figures for 19901 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,398. Median household income $66,388. 45% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 19901's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 19901Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Dover, DE 19901?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Dover, DE 19901, 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 Dover, DE 19901 have openings?
These lists for Dover, DE 19901 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 Dover, DE 19901?
Use the phone number on each building card in Dover, DE 19901. 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 Dover, DE 19901?
In Dover, DE 19901, 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 19901?
This directory lists 21 income-restricted buildings in Dover, DE 19901. 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 19901?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Dover, DE 19901 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Dover, DE 19901?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dover, DE 19901 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 $37,700, and $53,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($60,350 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 Dover, DE 19901?
For many programs in Dover, DE 19901, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,700 a year for 1 person and $53,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $60,350 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 Dover, DE 19901?
There is no single waiting list for Dover, DE 19901. 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 Dover, DE 19901?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Dover, DE 19901. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Dover, DE 19901?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dover, DE 19901, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dover, DE 19901 is $1,690 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 Dover, DE 19901?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Dover, DE 19901. 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 Dover, DE 19901?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Dover, DE 19901. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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