Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Woodside, DE 19980
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 19980 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Woodside, DE 19980. 35 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 19980
The 20 closest of 35 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Mifflin Meadows
Dover, DE 19901
1.6 mi away
54 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Delaware State Housing Authority
DERBY ESTATES/Phase I
16 Glenwood Dr, Dover, DE 19904
2.6 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Dover Housing Authority
Scattered Sites
106 Tupelo Ct, Felton, DE 19943
2.9 mi away
4 units
- Apply through Delaware State Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Ken-Crest Del 2003
35 Front Street, Camden, DE 19934
3.4 mi away
9 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Scattered Site Kent Co
39 Edgewood Rd, Dover, DE 19901
4.7 mi away
6 units
- Apply through Delaware State Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Sussex Green Apartments f/k/a Capital Greens
471- 479 River Road, Dover, DE 19901
6.4 mi away
132 units · 2–3 BR
Senate View
404 New Castle Ave, Dover, DE 19901
6.4 mi away
117 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Dover Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ken Crest Housing DEL 2
1180 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904
6.6 mi away
15 units · 12 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 19980
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,620/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,800/yr
- Renters in 19980 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 100%
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 | 19980 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280 | $1,286 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,290 | $1,294 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,629 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,240 | $2,244 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,580 | $2,590 |
Wider area = Dover, DE. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,470 (19946) to $2,000 (19979).
Census figures for 19980 (2020–2024 average): median rent $866. Median household income $85,272 (uncertain estimate). 34% of homes are rented. 100% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 97% 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 19980's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 19980Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Woodside, DE 19980?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Woodside, DE 19980, 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 Woodside, DE 19980 have openings?
These lists for Woodside, DE 19980 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
Use the phone number on each building card in Woodside, DE 19980. 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
In Woodside, DE 19980, 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 19980?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 19980 right now. 35 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 19980?
Yes — this page also lists 35 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Woodside, DE 19980 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Woodside, DE 19980?
Most income-restricted buildings in Woodside, DE 19980 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
For many programs in Woodside, DE 19980, 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
There is no single waiting list for Woodside, DE 19980. 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
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 Woodside, DE 19980?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Woodside, DE 19980, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Woodside, DE 19980 is $1,620 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Woodside, DE 19980. 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 Woodside, DE 19980?
This page may still list buildings in Woodside, DE 19980 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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