Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Pittsville, MD 21850
3 affordable buildings in 21850 · 23 more within 10 mi
Pittsville, MD 21850 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 3 usda rural. 23 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 21850
Meadow Ridge Apts.
7240 60 Foot Rd, Pittsville, MD 21850
34 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Green Meadow Apts
7380 Gumboro Rd, Pittsville, MD 21850
26 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Talbot Apts
7409 Gumboro Rd, Pittsville, MD 21850
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 21850 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Still Meadows
36405 Old Ocean City Rd, Willards, MD 21874
3.2 mi away
25 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Square at Merritt Mill
219 Mill Woods Cir, Salisbury, MD 21804
8 mi away
75 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Eastgate Village
1700 Eastgate Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804
8.2 mi away
60 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Square at Merritt Mill Townhomes
2700 Block of Merritt Road, Salisbury, MD 21804
8.7 mi away
75 units · 67 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
State Street Statio
912 E. State Street, Delmar, MD 21875
9.2 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Moss Hill Townhouses
407 Moss Hill Lane, Salisbury, MD 21804
9.6 mi away
200 units · 160 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Schumaker Place
818 S. Schumaker Place, Salisbury, MD 21804
9.8 mi away
96 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Schumaker Place
816 S Schumaker Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804
9.8 mi away
96 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
West Street
8 W St, Berlin, MD 21811
9.9 mi away
3 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Decatur Apts II
Route 346, Berlin, MD 21811
9.9 mi away
32 units · 31 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Decatur II Apts.
10218 Old Ocean City Blvd, Berlin, MD 21811
10.3 mi away
31 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Homes at Berlin
113 Flower St, Berlin, MD 21811
10.4 mi away
42 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Victoria Estatesllc
10218 Old Ocean City Blvd, Berlin, MD 21811
10.5 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Quail Run
509 Bay St, Berlin, MD 21811
10.5 mi away
54 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bay Terrace Gardens Apartments
517 Bay St, Berlin, MD 21811
10.6 mi away
32 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Trappe Creek Apts
545 Bay St, Berlin, MD 21811
10.8 mi away
14 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 21850
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,000/yr
- Renters in 21850 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
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 | 21850 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,070 | $1,095 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,080 | $1,102 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,428 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,830 | $1,870 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,840 | $1,877 |
Wider area = Salisbury, MD. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,280 (21849) to $1,590 (21874).
Census figures for 21850 (2020–2024 average): median rent $748 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $79,665. 12% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 13% 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 21850's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 21850Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Pittsville, MD 21850?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Pittsville, MD 21850, 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 Pittsville, MD 21850 have openings?
These lists for Pittsville, MD 21850 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
Use the phone number on each building card in Pittsville, MD 21850. 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
In Pittsville, MD 21850, 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 21850?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Pittsville, MD 21850. 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 21850?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Pittsville, MD 21850 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Pittsville, MD 21850?
Most income-restricted buildings in Pittsville, MD 21850 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
For many programs in Pittsville, MD 21850, 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
There is no single waiting list for Pittsville, MD 21850. 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
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 tax-credit apartments in Pittsville, MD 21850. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Pittsville, MD 21850?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Pittsville, MD 21850, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Pittsville, MD 21850 is $1,400 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Pittsville, MD 21850. 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 Pittsville, MD 21850?
This page may still list buildings in Pittsville, MD 21850 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; 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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