Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fruitland, MD 21826
2 affordable buildings in 21826 · 50 more within 10 mi
Fruitland, MD 21826 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 Section 8 and 1 usda rural. 50 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 21826
No buildings in 21826 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 50 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Willows at Salisbury (fka) Salisbury Commons
105 Winterborn Lane, Salisbury, MD 21801
2.2 mi away
96 units · 1–3 BR
Cottages at River House II
1002 Riverhouse Dr, Salisbury, MD 21801
2.9 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Rivers Edge Apts [aka] Studio for the Arts
660, 670, 680 Fitzwater St, Salisbury, MD 21801
3.1 mi away
90 units
Deaf Independent Residence II
209 Ann Drive, Salisbury, MD 21801
3.5 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Schumaker Place
816 S Schumaker Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804
3.5 mi away
96 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Schumaker Place
818 S. Schumaker Place, Salisbury, MD 21804
3.5 mi away
96 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gateway Village Phase III
610 Senior Way, Salisbury, MD 21801
3.7 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Homes at Gateway aka Gateway Village
939 Gateway Street, Salisbury, MD 21801
3.7 mi away
218 units · 1–2 BR
Gateway Village Phase I
500 508EVEN Gateway St, Salisbury, MD 21801
3.7 mi away
58 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Stone Grove Crossing
911 Booth St, Salisbury, MD 21801
4 mi away
84 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
James E Leonard Apt
800 Booth St, Salisbury, MD 21801
4 mi away
66 units · 1–4+ BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Homes on Johnson Pond
1007 Lake St, Salisbury, MD 21801
4.2 mi away
59 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Booth Street
1001 West Rd, Salisbury, MD 21801
4.4 mi away
12 units
- Apply through Wicomico County Housing Authority
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 21826
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,670/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,800/yr
- Renters in 21826 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 70%
Income limits (2026)
Salisbury, MD area · median family income $104,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,650 | $36,050 | $57,700 |
| 2 | $24,750 | $41,200 | $65,950 |
| 3 | $27,850 | $46,350 | $74,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $51,500 | $82,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $55,650 | $89,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $59,750 | $95,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $63,900 | $102,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,000 | $108,800 |
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 | 21826 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280 | $1,095 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,290 | $1,102 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,428 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,190 | $1,870 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,190 | $1,877 |
Wider area = Salisbury, MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,150 (21853) to $1,600 (21830).
Census figures for 21826 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,586. Median household income $64,946. 34% of homes are rented. 70% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 49% 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 21826's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 21826Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fruitland, MD 21826?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fruitland, MD 21826, 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 Fruitland, MD 21826 have openings?
These lists for Fruitland, MD 21826 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fruitland, MD 21826. 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
In Fruitland, MD 21826, 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 21826?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Fruitland, MD 21826. 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 21826?
Yes — this page also lists 50 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fruitland, MD 21826 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fruitland, MD 21826?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fruitland, MD 21826 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 $36,050, and $51,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($57,700 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
For many programs in Fruitland, MD 21826, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,050 a year for 1 person and $51,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $57,700 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
There is no single waiting list for Fruitland, MD 21826. 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
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 in Fruitland, MD 21826. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fruitland, MD 21826?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fruitland, MD 21826, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fruitland, MD 21826 is $1,670 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fruitland, MD 21826. 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 Fruitland, MD 21826?
This page may still list buildings in Fruitland, MD 21826 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; 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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