Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Baltimore, MD 21230
11 affordable buildings in 21230 · 208 more within 4 mi
Baltimore, MD 21230 has 11 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 3 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 3 senior. 208 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 21230
Christ Church Harbor
600 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230
288 units · 228 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Westport Homes
2408 Annor Ct, Baltimore, MD 21230
252 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Of Baltimore City
Sharp Leadenhall Courts
911 Leadenhall St, Baltimore, MD 21230
191 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
St Ambrose
1531 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230
30 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Of Baltimore City
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Sharp Leadenhall
908 Bevan St, Baltimore, MD 21230
23 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Of Baltimore City
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rye Street Apartments
255 Atlas / 10 Rye Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
254 units · 54 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Hollandar Ridge-Project 2
Scattered Sites, Baltimore, MD 21230
84 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
West Hamburg
760 W Hamburg St, Baltimore, MD 21230
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 21230 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 208 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cherrydale Apts
1118 Cherry Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD 21225
1.2 mi away
186 units · 171 income-restricted · People with disabilities
Cherill Apts
203 Cherry Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD 21225
1.2 mi away
320 units · 128 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Crossroads Apts.
851-857 Lemmon Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
1.3 mi away
20 units · People with disabilities
Cherry Hill Homes
1006 Shellbanks Rd, Baltimore, MD 21225
1.3 mi away
1,279 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Of Baltimore City
Harbor City Townhouses
3003 Seabury Rd, Baltimore, MD 21225
1.4 mi away
195 units · 156 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bon Secours Apartments Consolidated
1801 Thru 2138 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore City, MD 21223
1.4 mi away
117 units · 1–4+ BR
Poppleton Communities Phase II
874 W Fairmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201
1.5 mi away
111 units · 1–4+ BR
West Fayette Street Apts
757 W Fayette St, Baltimore, MD 21201
1.5 mi away
8 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Square Homes I
101 North Schroeder Street, Baltimore, MD 21223
1.5 mi away
267 units · 53 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Vintage Gardens
831-841 Vine, Baltimore, MD 21201
1.6 mi away
111 units · 96 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Sharon Towers
4 N Carey St, Baltimore, MD 21223
1.6 mi away
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
22 Light Apartments
22 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21202
1.6 mi away
34 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 21230
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $96,000/yr
- Renters in 21230 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
Income limits (2026)
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD area · median family income $134,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,150 | $46,900 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $32,200 | $53,600 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $36,200 | $60,300 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $40,200 | $67,000 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $43,450 | $72,400 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $46,650 | $77,750 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $83,100 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $88,450 | $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 | 21230 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,820 | $1,523 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,940 | $1,625 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,400 | $2,006 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,000 | $2,509 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,340 | $2,789 |
Wider area = Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,680 (21223) to $2,410 (21202).
Census figures for 21230 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,717. Median household income $91,842. 49% of homes are rented. 51% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 19% 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 21230's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 21230Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Baltimore, MD 21230?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Baltimore, MD 21230, 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 Baltimore, MD 21230 have openings?
These lists for Baltimore, MD 21230 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
Use the phone number on each building card in Baltimore, MD 21230. 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
In Baltimore, MD 21230, 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 21230?
This directory lists 11 income-restricted buildings in Baltimore, MD 21230. 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 21230?
Yes — this page also lists 208 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Baltimore, MD 21230 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Baltimore, MD 21230?
Most income-restricted buildings in Baltimore, MD 21230 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 $46,900, and $67,000 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
For many programs in Baltimore, MD 21230, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $46,900 a year for 1 person and $67,000 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
There is no single waiting list for Baltimore, MD 21230. 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Baltimore, MD 21230. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Baltimore, MD 21230?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Baltimore, MD 21230, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Baltimore, MD 21230 is $2,400 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Baltimore, MD 21230. 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 Baltimore, MD 21230?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Baltimore, MD 21230. 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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