Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Poquoson, VA 23662
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 23662 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Poquoson, VA 23662. 31 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 23662
The 20 closest of 31 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Diggs Drive Group Home
117 Diggs Drive, Hampton, VA 23666
4.9 mi away
5 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Sinclair Commons
232 W Gilbert St, Hampton, VA 23669
5.7 mi away
140 units · 139 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Somerset at Town Center
211 Marcella Rd, Hampton, VA 23666
6 mi away
151 units · 114 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Langley Square II Apartments
112 Doolittle Rd, Hampton, VA 23669
6.1 mi away
254 units · 253 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Langley Village
9 Langley Ave, Hampton, VA 23669
6.3 mi away
146 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Old Point Homes
26 Godspeed Way, Hampton, VA 23663
7.2 mi away
27 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Courtyard Apts
911 W Queen St, Hampton, VA 23669
7.4 mi away
18 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Patterson Crossing
41 Patterson Ave, Hampton, VA 23669
7.5 mi away
19 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Hampton Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Woodlands at Phoebus
151 Old Buckroe Rd, Hampton, VA 23663
7.6 mi away
133 units · 27 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 23662
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,800/yr
- Renters in 23662 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 66%
Income limits (2026)
Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC area · median family income $107,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,650 | $37,700 | $60,350 |
| 2 | $25,850 | $43,100 | $68,950 |
| 3 | $29,100 | $48,500 | $77,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,850 | $86,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $58,200 | $93,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $62,500 | $99,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,800 | $106,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $71,100 | $113,750 |
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 | 23662 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,690 | $1,470 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,710 | $1,488 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,920 | $1,667 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,650 | $2,298 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,120 | $2,710 |
Wider area = Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,380 (23605) to $2,320 (23696).
Census figures for 23662 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,707. Median household income $120,972. 15% of homes are rented. 66% 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 23662's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 23662Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Poquoson, VA 23662?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Poquoson, VA 23662, 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 Poquoson, VA 23662 have openings?
These lists for Poquoson, VA 23662 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
Use the phone number on each building card in Poquoson, VA 23662. 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
In Poquoson, VA 23662, 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 23662?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 23662 right now. 31 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 23662?
Yes — this page also lists 31 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Poquoson, VA 23662 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Poquoson, VA 23662?
Most income-restricted buildings in Poquoson, VA 23662 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 $37,700, and $53,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($60,350 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
For many programs in Poquoson, VA 23662, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,700 a year for 1 person and $53,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $60,350 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
There is no single waiting list for Poquoson, VA 23662. 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Poquoson, VA 23662, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Poquoson, VA 23662 is $1,920 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Poquoson, VA 23662. 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 Poquoson, VA 23662?
This page may still list buildings in Poquoson, VA 23662 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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