Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Solomons, MD 20688
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 20688 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Solomons, MD 20688. 24 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 20688
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Southern Pines
Appeal Ln, Lusby, MD 20629
2.8 mi away
56 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Patuxent Cove
22014 Pegg Road, Lexington, MD 20653
3.8 mi away
60 units · 46 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Valley Drive Estates
22001 Valley Estates Dr, Lexington Park, MD 20653
3.8 mi away
38 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Spring Valley Apts
46533 Valley Ct, Lexington Park, MD 20653
4.1 mi away
128 units · 103 income-restricted
Lexington Park Senior Apts
21895 Pegg Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653
4.1 mi away
110 units · 98 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lexington Village Apts.
21633 Liberty St, Lexington Park, MD 20653
4.5 mi away
36 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Patuxent Crossing Apts.
21691 Eric Road, Lexington Park, MD 20653
4.5 mi away
97 units · 90 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Foxchase Village Apts
45970 Foxchase Dr, Great Mills, MD 20634
5.2 mi away
134 units · 124 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lex Woods Apts
100 Lex Woods Dr, Lexington Park, MD 20653
5.2 mi away
78 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Chancellors Run Apt
45882 Chancellors Run Rd, Great Mills, MD 20634
5.3 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lex Woods Preservat LP
21284 Lexwood Court, Lexington Park, MD 20653
5.4 mi away
78 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Great Mills and Joe Baker
21260 Joe Baker Ct, Lexington Park, MD 20653
5.5 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
River Bay Townhomes
48055 Spinnaker Cir, Lexington Park, MD 20653
5.9 mi away
173 units · 155 income-restricted · 3 BR
Chancellor's Run Apts
1100 Chancellor Run Ct, Great Mills, MD 20634
6.2 mi away
40 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Indian Bridge Apts
459 Indian Way, Lexington Park, MD 20653
6.4 mi away
112 units · 84 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 20688
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,840/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $113,600/yr
- Renters in 20688 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 75%
Income limits (2026)
Calvert County, MD area · median family income $149,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $31,650 | $52,800 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $36,200 | $60,300 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $40,700 | $67,850 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $45,200 | $75,350 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $48,850 | $81,400 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $52,450 | $87,450 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $56,050 | $93,450 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $59,700 | $99,500 | $141,000 |
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 | 20688 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,240 | $1,630 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,250 | $1,666 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,840 | $1,890 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,930 | $2,617 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,450 | $2,959 |
Wider area = Calvert County, MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,650 (20636) to $2,420 (20629).
Census figures for 20688 (2020–2024 average): median rent $3,222. Median household income $102,950 (uncertain estimate). 51% of homes are rented. 75% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 49% 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 20688's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 20688Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Solomons, MD 20688?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Solomons, MD 20688, 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 Solomons, MD 20688 have openings?
These lists for Solomons, MD 20688 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
Use the phone number on each building card in Solomons, MD 20688. 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
In Solomons, MD 20688, 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 20688?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 20688 right now. 24 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 20688?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Solomons, MD 20688 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Solomons, MD 20688?
Most income-restricted buildings in Solomons, MD 20688 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 $52,800, and $75,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
For many programs in Solomons, MD 20688, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $52,800 a year for 1 person and $75,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
There is no single waiting list for Solomons, MD 20688. 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
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 Solomons, MD 20688?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Solomons, MD 20688, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Solomons, MD 20688 is $2,840 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Solomons, MD 20688. 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 Solomons, MD 20688?
This page may still list buildings in Solomons, MD 20688 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; 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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