Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Foster, WV 25081
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 25081 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Foster, WV 25081. 2 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 25081
Black Diamond Arbors
824 Lick Creek Rd Apt 111, Danville, WV 25053
4.9 mi away
75 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Boone County
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Buckeye Comm 28 LP Coal River Apts
939 Toneys Branch Rd, Bloomingrose, WV 25024
9 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Chapmanville Towers
647 Main Street, Chapmanville, WV 25508
15.3 mi away
88 units · 1 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Vickers Parke II Limited Partnership
316 Amanita Drive, S Charleston, WV 25309
16.9 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lynnelle Landing Apts
408 Loretta Ln, South Charleston, WV 25309
17.1 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Trace Ridge Apts
800 Loretta Ln, South Charleston, WV 25309
17.1 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Chelyan Village Apartments
205 Appalachian St, Cabin Creek, WV 25035
17.4 mi away
48 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 25081
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $940/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Boone County, WV area · median family income $79,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,800 | $28,000 | $44,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,000 | $51,150 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,000 | $57,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $43,150 | $69,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,350 | $74,150 |
| 7 | $49,550 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 8 | $52,750 | $52,750 | $84,350 |
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 | 25081 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $660 | $657 |
| 1 bedroom | $720 | $722 |
| 2 bedrooms | $940 | $944 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,251 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,590 | $1,578 |
Wider area = Boone County, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $940 (25169) to $1,040 (25130).
Census figures for 25081 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $108,125. 4% of homes are rented.
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 25081's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 25081Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Foster, WV 25081?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Foster, WV 25081, 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 Foster, WV 25081 have openings?
These lists for Foster, WV 25081 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 Foster, WV 25081?
Use the phone number on each building card in Foster, WV 25081. 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 Foster, WV 25081?
In Foster, WV 25081, 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 25081?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 25081 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 25081?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Foster, WV 25081 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Foster, WV 25081?
Most income-restricted buildings in Foster, WV 25081 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 $28,000, and $39,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,750 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 Foster, WV 25081?
For many programs in Foster, WV 25081, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,000 a year for 1 person and $39,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,750 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 Foster, WV 25081?
There is no single waiting list for Foster, WV 25081. 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 Foster, WV 25081?
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 Foster, WV 25081?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Foster, WV 25081, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Foster, WV 25081 is $940 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 Foster, WV 25081?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Foster, WV 25081. 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 Foster, WV 25081?
This page may still list buildings in Foster, WV 25081 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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