Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Scott Depot, WV 25560
1 affordable building in 25560 · 25 more within 9 mi
Scott Depot, WV 25560 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8 and 1 senior. 25 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 25560
Teays Valley Manor
5281 Teays Valley Rd, Teays Valley, WV 25560
42 units · 41 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No buildings in 25560 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 25 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Miracle Acres
101 Miracle Dr, Saint Albans, WV 25177
3.2 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Maury Village Apts.
1064 Mount Vernon Rd, Hurricane, WV 25526
3.3 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Village on Park
1600 Park Ave, Nitro, WV 25143
3.4 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Patton Place Apts
3259 Winfield Rd, Winfield, WV 25213
4 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Villager/Cody/Carson Sts
650 6th St Apt 111, Saint Albans, WV 25177
5.6 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
Breck Gardens Apts
5270 Dewitt Rd., Cross Lanes, WV 25313
6 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cross Lanes Unity Apts.
101 Unity Ln, Cross Lanes, WV 25313
6.1 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · 1 BR
Hometown Apartments
19 School Ln, Red House, WV 25168
6.6 mi away
18 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 25560
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,600/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,000/yr
- Renters in 25560 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
Putnam County, WV area · median family income $106,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,300 | $37,100 | $59,400 |
| 2 | $25,450 | $42,400 | $67,850 |
| 3 | $28,650 | $47,700 | $76,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,000 | $84,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,250 | $91,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,500 | $98,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,000 | $111,950 |
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 | 25560 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,220 | $829 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,220 | $834 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,200 | $1,500 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,260 | $1,542 |
Wider area = Putnam County, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $950 (25011) to $1,130 (25070).
Census figures for 25560 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,155. Median household income $103,160. 21% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 37% 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 25560's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 25560Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Scott Depot, WV 25560?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Scott Depot, WV 25560, 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560 have openings?
These lists for Scott Depot, WV 25560 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
Use the phone number on each building card in Scott Depot, WV 25560. 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
In Scott Depot, WV 25560, 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 25560?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Scott Depot, WV 25560. 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 25560?
Yes — this page also lists 25 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Scott Depot, WV 25560 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Scott Depot, WV 25560?
Most income-restricted buildings in Scott Depot, WV 25560 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 $37,100, and $53,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,400 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
For many programs in Scott Depot, WV 25560, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,100 a year for 1 person and $53,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,400 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
There is no single waiting list for Scott Depot, WV 25560. 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
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 project-based Section 8 in Scott Depot, WV 25560. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Scott Depot, WV 25560?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Scott Depot, WV 25560, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Scott Depot, WV 25560 is $1,600 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Scott Depot, WV 25560. 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 Scott Depot, WV 25560?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Scott Depot, WV 25560. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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