Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mount Rainier, MD 20712
4 affordable buildings in 20712 · 86 more within 3 mi
Mount Rainier, MD 20712 has 4 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit and 1 senior. 86 more are listed within 3 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 20712
No buildings in 20712 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 86 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Parkview Manor
5030 38th Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20782
0.8 mi away
53 units · 51 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
FORT LINCOLN SENIOR VILLAGE II (Vicksburg)
3005 Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018
1 mi away
177 units · 176 income-restricted · 1 BR
FORT LINCOLN SENIOR VILLAGE I (Gettysburg)
3001 Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018
1 mi away
187 units · 1 BR
Cottage City Towers
4142 Bunker Hill Rd, Cottage City, MD 20722
1 mi away
100 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Prince Georges County
- Residents waited about 80 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Wesley House Senior Apts
3400 Commodore Joshua Barney Dr NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.1 mi away
52 units · People with disabilities
Fort Lincoln
2855 Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.1 mi away
120 units · 1 BR
- Apply through D.C Housing Authority
Washington Overlook
3502 Commodore Joshua Barney Dr NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.1 mi away
158 units · 33 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Anchor Housing
1609 Lawrence St. NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.2 mi away
9 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fort Lincoln Senior Village III (Petersburg)
3298 Ft. Lincoln Dr NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.2 mi away
306 units · 304 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
The Green Valley Apts
2412 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.2 mi away
100 units · 72 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Diane's House Ministries
2619-2621 Bladensburg Rd, NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.3 mi away
42 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Mills Place Apartments
1736 Rhode Island Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20018
1.3 mi away
61 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Avondale Park Apts.
4915 Eastern Ave., Chillum, MD 20782
1.3 mi away
88 units · 87 income-restricted · 1 BR
Girard Street Apartments
1545 Girard Street,,ne, Washington, DC 20018
1.4 mi away
25 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
CHHI House (Otis House)
1203 1/2 Otis St NE, Washington, DC 20017
1.5 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 20712
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,750/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,000/yr
- Renters in 20712 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD area · median family income $166,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34,900 | $58,150 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $39,900 | $66,450 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $44,900 | $74,750 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $49,850 | $83,050 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $53,850 | $89,700 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $57,850 | $96,350 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $61,850 | $103,000 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $65,850 | $109,650 | $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 | 20712 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,520 | $2,111 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,580 | $2,204 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,750 | $2,438 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,230 | $3,107 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,630 | $3,658 |
Wider area = Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,640 (20018) to $2,870 (20002).
Census figures for 20712 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,463. Median household income $68,846. 76% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 20712's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 20712Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mount Rainier, MD 20712, 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712 have openings?
These lists for Mount Rainier, MD 20712 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mount Rainier, MD 20712. 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
In Mount Rainier, MD 20712, 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 20712?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Mount Rainier, MD 20712. 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 20712?
Yes — this page also lists 86 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mount Rainier, MD 20712 (within about 3 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mount Rainier, MD 20712 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 $58,150, and $83,050 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
For many programs in Mount Rainier, MD 20712, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $58,150 a year for 1 person and $83,050 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
There is no single waiting list for Mount Rainier, MD 20712. 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mount Rainier, MD 20712, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mount Rainier, MD 20712 is $1,750 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mount Rainier, MD 20712. 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 Mount Rainier, MD 20712?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Mount Rainier, MD 20712. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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