Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Rawlings, MD 21557
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 21557 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Rawlings, MD 21557. 24 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 21557
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Lana Lu Aptss
40 Main St, Lonaconing, MD 21539
4.1 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Greene Gables
7047 Greene Gables Dr, Ridgeley, WV 26753
5.8 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Housing Authority of Allegany County
25801 Shady Ln SW, Westernport, MD 21562
6.7 mi away
69 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Hammond Heights
421 Hammond St, Westernport, MD 21562
6.8 mi away
35 units · 1 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Harley O. Staggers Homes
401 Virginia St, Keyser, WV 26726
6.8 mi away
85 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Keyser
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Potomac Heights
500 Carskadon Ln, Keyser, WV 26726
7 mi away
141 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Potomac Village
51 Jones St, Piedmont, WV 26750
7 mi away
99 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Piedmont
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Velenna Jo Apts
1555 Terri St, Keyser, WV 26726
7.3 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Wvco - Keyser
1600 Cornell St, Keyser, WV 26726
7.5 mi away
5 units · Studio
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Frostburg Heights
100 Honeysuckle Ln, Grahamtown, MD 21532
8.6 mi away
110 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Country Villa Apt
46 W Water St, Fort Ashby, WV 26719
8.6 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Meshach Frost Village
93 Meshach Frost Vlg, Frostburg, MD 21532
9.1 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Frostburg
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Valley View Apts
81 E Mechanic St, Frostburg, MD 21532
9.2 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 21557
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 21557 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 0%
Income limits (2026)
Allegany County, MD area · median family income $72,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,950 | $33,250 | $53,200 |
| 2 | $22,800 | $38,000 | $60,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,500 | $76,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,300 | $82,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,100 | $88,200 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $58,900 | $94,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
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 | 21557 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $820 | $862 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $888 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,383 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,468 |
Wider area = Allegany County, MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $940 (26750) to $1,180 (26753).
Census figures for 21557 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $34,936 (uncertain estimate). 25% of homes are rented. 0% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% pay half or more.
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 21557's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 21557Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Rawlings, MD 21557?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Rawlings, MD 21557, 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 Rawlings, MD 21557 have openings?
These lists for Rawlings, MD 21557 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
Use the phone number on each building card in Rawlings, MD 21557. 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
In Rawlings, MD 21557, 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 21557?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 21557 right now. 24 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 21557?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Rawlings, MD 21557 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Rawlings, MD 21557?
Most income-restricted buildings in Rawlings, MD 21557 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 $33,250, and $47,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,200 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
For many programs in Rawlings, MD 21557, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,250 a year for 1 person and $47,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,200 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
There is no single waiting list for Rawlings, MD 21557. 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Rawlings, MD 21557, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Rawlings, MD 21557 is $1,010 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Rawlings, MD 21557. 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 Rawlings, MD 21557?
This page may still list buildings in Rawlings, MD 21557 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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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