Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Market, MD 21774
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 21774 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in New Market, MD 21774. 47 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 21774
The 20 closest of 47 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Spring Ridge Senior
6351 Spring Ridge Pkwy, Frederick, MD 21701
3.9 mi away
144 units · 75 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Betty Jane Malone Homes
8107 Cambridge Drive, Frederick, MD 21704
6 mi away
6 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Walkersville Senior
105 Sandstone Dr, Walkersville, MD 21793
6.4 mi away
80 units · People with disabilities
Weinberg House
Broadway St, Frederick, MD 21705
6.5 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Ox Fibre Brush Factory
400 Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701
6.9 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Frederick Revitalization I
113 E South St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.1 mi away
74 units · 43 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Frederick Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Long's Corner
88 E S St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.2 mi away
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Georgetowne Apartments
100 E Third St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.2 mi away
8 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
520 North Market Apartments
520 N Market St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.3 mi away
21 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Oldetowne Homes
7 W. 3rd Street, Frederick, MD 21701
7.3 mi away
10 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Cannon Street
11 W All Saints St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.3 mi away
4 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Francis Scott Key Apts
31 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.3 mi away
46 units · 26 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Frederick Revitalization
16 W Seventh St, Frederick, MD 21701
7.3 mi away
74 units · People with disabilities
Sharpe Square
820 Motter Avenue, Frederick, MD 21701
7.4 mi away
86 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Catoctin Manor
798 Motter Ave, Frederick, MD 21701
7.4 mi away
23 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Frederick Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Summerplace Group Home
403 South Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701
7.4 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
South Street Family
110 West South Street, Frederick, MD 21701
7.4 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 21774
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $118,400/yr
- Renters in 21774 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
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 | 21774 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,560 | $2,111 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,680 | $2,204 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,960 | $2,438 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,770 | $3,107 |
| 4 bedrooms | $4,440 | $3,658 |
Wider area = Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,590 (21798) to $3,140 (21704).
Census figures for 21774 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,494. Median household income $171,103. 6% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 25% 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 21774's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 21774Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Market, MD 21774?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Market, MD 21774, 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 New Market, MD 21774 have openings?
These lists for New Market, MD 21774 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 New Market, MD 21774?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Market, MD 21774. 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 New Market, MD 21774?
In New Market, MD 21774, 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 21774?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 21774 right now. 47 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 21774?
Yes — this page also lists 47 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Market, MD 21774 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Market, MD 21774?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Market, MD 21774 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 New Market, MD 21774?
For many programs in New Market, MD 21774, 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 New Market, MD 21774?
There is no single waiting list for New Market, MD 21774. 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 New Market, MD 21774?
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 New Market, MD 21774?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Market, MD 21774, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Market, MD 21774 is $2,960 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 New Market, MD 21774?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Market, MD 21774. 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 New Market, MD 21774?
This page may still list buildings in New Market, MD 21774 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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