Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Garrett Park, MD 20896
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 20896 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Garrett Park, MD 20896. 53 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 4 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 20896
The 20 closest of 53 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Silver Creek Senior Living/Knowles
3906/3910 Knowles Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
0.7 mi away
94 units · 1–2 BR
RAD 6 Apartments
10400 Detrick Ave, Kensington, MD 20895
1 mi away
268 units · 209 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
McArc Lawrence Avenue
3800 Lawrence Ave, North Kensington, MD 20895
1.1 mi away
13 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Strathmore Court at White Flint
5440 Marinelli Rd, North Bethesda, MD 20852
1.2 mi away
51 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
St. Lukes Homes, Inc.
9417 Horizon Run Road, Bethesda, MD 20814
1.7 mi away
18 units · 3 BR · People with disabilities
Ambassador Apts
2715 University Blvd W, Silver Spring, MD 20902
2.1 mi away
162 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Victory Forest LP
10000 Brunswick Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
2.3 mi away
181 units · 180 income-restricted · 1 BR
Halpine Hamlet
5511 Halpine Pl, Rockville, MD 20851
2.4 mi away
67 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Wheaton Metro Kiss & Ride
11175 Georgia Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902
2.4 mi away
53 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Pembridge Square Apts
2300 Blueridge Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902
2.5 mi away
133 units · 120 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
National Park Seminary Apts
2801 Linden Ln, Silver Spring, MD 20910
2.6 mi away
121 units · 66 income-restricted
Second Step
9909 Sidney Road, North Bethesda, MD 20851
2.8 mi away
36 units · 18 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Woodside Manor-Crossing
10102 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902
2.9 mi away
220 units · 198 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 20896
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $3,350/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $134,000/yr
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 | 20896 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,900 | $2,111 |
| 1 bedroom | $3,030 | $2,204 |
| 2 bedrooms | $3,350 | $2,438 |
| 3 bedrooms | $4,270 | $3,107 |
| 4 bedrooms | $5,030 | $3,658 |
Wider area = Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,370 (20851) to $3,660 (20817).
Census figures for 20896 (2020–2024 average): median rent $3,250 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $250,000+. 3% of homes are rented.
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 20896's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 20896Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Garrett Park, MD 20896?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Garrett Park, MD 20896, 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896 have openings?
These lists for Garrett Park, MD 20896 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
Use the phone number on each building card in Garrett Park, MD 20896. 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
In Garrett Park, MD 20896, 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 20896?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 20896 right now. 53 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 20896?
Yes — this page also lists 53 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Garrett Park, MD 20896 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Garrett Park, MD 20896?
Most income-restricted buildings in Garrett Park, MD 20896 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
For many programs in Garrett Park, MD 20896, 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
There is no single waiting list for Garrett Park, MD 20896. 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Garrett Park, MD 20896, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Garrett Park, MD 20896 is $3,350 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Garrett Park, MD 20896. 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 Garrett Park, MD 20896?
This page may still list buildings in Garrett Park, MD 20896 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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