Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Institute, WV 25112
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 25112 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Institute, WV 25112. 63 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 25112
The 20 closest of 63 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Harris/Anderson Apts
110 Smoot Ave, Dunbar, WV 25064
0.7 mi away
93 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Charleston/Kanawha Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Myers Ave-Dutch Hollow a
1225 Myers Ave, Dunbar, WV 25064
2.1 mi away
101 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Dunbar
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
South Charleston Unity Apartments
4718 Kanawha Avenue, South Charleston, WV 25309
2.7 mi away
43 units · 42 income-restricted · 1 BR
611 Garrett St Apts
611 Garrett St, South Charleston, WV 25309
2.7 mi away
10 units · 9 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cross Lanes Unity Apts.
101 Unity Ln, Cross Lanes, WV 25313
3 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · 1 BR
Southmoor Hills Apts
5019 Kingswood Dr, South Charleston, WV 25309
3 mi away
162 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Parkland Terrace
4420 Pennsylvania Ave SW, South Charleston, WV 25309
3 mi away
121 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Southmoor Hills Apartments
5000 Colonial Park Drive, South Charleston, WV 25309
3 mi away
248 units · 216 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Villager/Cody/Carson Sts
650 6th St Apt 111, Saint Albans, WV 25177
3.5 mi away
90 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Perkins Parke Apts
100 Drexel Pl, Cross Lanes, WV 25313
3.6 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Breck Gardens Apts
5270 Dewitt Rd., Cross Lanes, WV 25313
3.7 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pine Meadows Apartments
601 Ferrell Rd, St. Albans, WV 25177
4.6 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pine Meadows II
601 Old Ferrall Rd, St Albans, WV 25177
4.6 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 25112
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Charleston, WV area · median family income $80,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,000 | $28,300 | $45,300 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,400 | $58,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $43,650 | $69,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,900 | $75,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $50,100 | $80,200 |
| 8 | $53,350 | $53,350 | $85,350 |
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 | 25112 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $730 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $844 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,048 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,324 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,377 |
Wider area = Charleston, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $940 (25309) to $1,600 (25560).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 25112's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 25112Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Institute, WV 25112?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Institute, WV 25112, 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 Institute, WV 25112 have openings?
These lists for Institute, WV 25112 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 Institute, WV 25112?
Use the phone number on each building card in Institute, WV 25112. 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 Institute, WV 25112?
In Institute, WV 25112, 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 25112?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 25112 right now. 63 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 25112?
Yes — this page also lists 63 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Institute, WV 25112 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Institute, WV 25112?
Most income-restricted buildings in Institute, WV 25112 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 $28,300, and $40,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($45,300 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 Institute, WV 25112?
For many programs in Institute, WV 25112, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,300 a year for 1 person and $40,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $45,300 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 Institute, WV 25112?
There is no single waiting list for Institute, WV 25112. 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 Institute, WV 25112?
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 Institute, WV 25112?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Institute, WV 25112, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Institute, WV 25112 is $1,070 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 Institute, WV 25112?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Institute, WV 25112. 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 Institute, WV 25112?
This page may still list buildings in Institute, WV 25112 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; 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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