Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Temple Hills, MD 20748
7 affordable buildings in 20748 · 194 more within 6 mi
Temple Hills, MD 20748 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit, 4 Section 8, and 1 senior. 194 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 20748
VESTA Four
5813 Old Temple Hills Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748
12 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Brinkley Hill Pointe
Brinkley Road and Fisher Road, Fort Washington, MD 20748
64 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 20748 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 194 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Council House
3940 Bexley PL, Marlow Heights, MD 20746
1.4 mi away
162 units · 161 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Brinkley Hill Apartments
6021 Thunder Hill Ct, Temple Hills, MD 20744
1.6 mi away
59 units · 5 income-restricted · 2 BR
Parkway Terrace Apts
3400 Pkwy Ter Dr, Suitland, MD 20746
1.9 mi away
313 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
VESTAS HEARTH, Inc.
3818 Cedar Drive, Silver Hill, MD 20746
1.9 mi away
21 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Vesta Three, Inc.
4795 Town Square Blvd, Suitland, MD 20746
2.6 mi away
18 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Woodside Village
6801 Bock Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
2.7 mi away
110 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Dussan Flats
2521 Ewing Avenue, Suitland, MD 20746
2.7 mi away
68 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Mrs Philippines Home for Senior Cts
6482 Bock Rd, Forest Heights, MD 20745
2.9 mi away
74 units · 73 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Suitland Senior (aka) the Lewis Apartments
Toles Park and Towne Sq Blvd, Suitland, MD 20745
2.9 mi away
137 units · 132 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Homes at Oxon Hill
1313 Southern Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
2.9 mi away
163 units · 16 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Southview Apartments (Not Placed-in-Service)
3627 22nd St SE, Washington, DC 20020
3 mi away
250 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Otto B. Berg Apartments
2100 Mississippi Avenue S.E., Washington, DC 20020
3 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Shipley Park Apts
2515 Savannah St SE, Washington, DC 20020
3 mi away
249 units · 237 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 20748
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,950/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $78,000/yr
- Renters in 20748 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 57%
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 | 20748 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,690 | $2,111 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,760 | $2,204 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,950 | $2,438 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,490 | $3,107 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,930 | $3,658 |
Wider area = Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,770 (20032) to $3,300 (20762).
Census figures for 20748 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,650. Median household income $83,162. 43% of homes are rented. 57% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 20748's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 20748Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Temple Hills, MD 20748?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Temple Hills, MD 20748, 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748 have openings?
These lists for Temple Hills, MD 20748 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
Use the phone number on each building card in Temple Hills, MD 20748. 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
In Temple Hills, MD 20748, 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 20748?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Temple Hills, MD 20748. 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 20748?
Yes — this page also lists 194 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Temple Hills, MD 20748 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Temple Hills, MD 20748?
Most income-restricted buildings in Temple Hills, MD 20748 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
For many programs in Temple Hills, MD 20748, 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
There is no single waiting list for Temple Hills, MD 20748. 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Temple Hills, MD 20748. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Temple Hills, MD 20748?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Temple Hills, MD 20748, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Temple Hills, MD 20748 is $1,950 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Temple Hills, MD 20748. 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 Temple Hills, MD 20748?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Temple Hills, MD 20748. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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