Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Gate City, VA 24251
3 affordable buildings in 24251 · 24 more within 9 mi
Gate City, VA 24251 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 senior, and 2 usda rural. 24 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 24251
Whippoorwill Hills
325 W Jackson St, Gate City, VA 24251
111 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Scott County Redev. & Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gatewood Apartments
298 Gatewood Ct, Gate City, VA 24251
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Clinch View Manor Apartments
292 Jay St, Gate City, VA 24251
42 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 24251 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Kingsport Residential
1326 Tranbarger Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660
6 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Walker Rosa Apts
1040 Tip Top Ave, Kingsport, TN 37665
6 mi away
37 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Providence Place
445 Allen Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660
6.2 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Finley Villa
100 Finley Villa Private Ct, Kingsport, TN 37660
6.2 mi away
58 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Derwood Fourplex
1005 Derwood Ct, Kingsport, TN 37660
6.3 mi away
4 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
City View Apts
1029 Bloomingdale Pike, Kingsport, TN 37660
7.1 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Forest Ridge Manor
1252 Bloomingdale Pike, Bloomingdale, TN 37660
7.1 mi away
38 units · 37 income-restricted · 1 BR
Kingsport West
212 Lewis LN, Mount Carmel, TN 37660
7.3 mi away
104 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
W Ravine Sfd
313 W Ravine Rd, Kingsport, TN 37660
7.4 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gibson Mill Apts
424 Gibson Mill Rd, Kingsport, TN 37660
7.8 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
George Washington School Senior Apts
205 E Sevier Ave, Kingsport, TN 37660
7.9 mi away
54 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Dunbar Duplexes
330 Dunbar St, Kingsport, TN 37660
8.6 mi away
2 units · 1 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Riverview Place
218 Louis St, Kingsport, TN 37660
8.7 mi away
38 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
One Wilcox Place
650 N Wilcox Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660
8.7 mi away
72 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 24251
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 24251 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA area · median family income $81,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,200 | $28,650 | $45,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,750 | $52,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,850 | $58,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $40,900 | $65,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $44,200 | $70,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $47,450 | $75,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $50,750 | $81,200 |
| 8 | $54,000 | $54,000 | $86,400 |
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 | 24251 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $760 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $845 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,375 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,465 |
Wider area = Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (37665) to $1,170 (37660).
Census figures for 24251 (2020–2024 average): median rent $676. Median household income $44,505. 25% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 24251's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 24251Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Gate City, VA 24251?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Gate City, VA 24251, 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 Gate City, VA 24251 have openings?
These lists for Gate City, VA 24251 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
Use the phone number on each building card in Gate City, VA 24251. 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
In Gate City, VA 24251, 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 24251?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Gate City, VA 24251. 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 24251?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Gate City, VA 24251 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Gate City, VA 24251?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gate City, VA 24251 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 $28,650, and $40,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($45,850 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
For many programs in Gate City, VA 24251, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,650 a year for 1 person and $40,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $45,850 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
There is no single waiting list for Gate City, VA 24251. 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
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 public housing, tax-credit apartments in Gate City, VA 24251. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Gate City, VA 24251?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gate City, VA 24251, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gate City, VA 24251 is $1,000 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Gate City, VA 24251. 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 Gate City, VA 24251?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Gate City, VA 24251. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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