Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Harper, WV 25851
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 25851 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Harper, WV 25851. 24 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 6 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 25851
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Beckley West Apts
100 Mountain View Rd, Beckley, WV 25801
2.6 mi away
160 units · 159 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Beckley Housing Authority
Beckley, WV 25801
2.7 mi away
207 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Beckley
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Greenbrier Estates
105 Sandstone Dr, Beckley, WV 25801
3.3 mi away
150 units · 126 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Maxine Apartments
100 Bolton Dr, Beckley, WV 25827
3.9 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
South Oakwood 111
513 N Oakwood Ave, Beckley, WV 25801
3.9 mi away
12 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Oakwood
713 S Oakwood Ave, Beckley, WV 25801
4.1 mi away
12 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oakmont Greene I
100 Oakmont Way, Mt Hope, WV 25880
4.3 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
101 Hull Street
101 Hull St, Beckley, WV 25801
4.3 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
New Cross Roads I Ltd
113 Tanglewood Dr, Mount Hope, WV 25818
4.6 mi away
49 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cranberry Cove Apartments
500 McCulloch Dr, Beckley, WV 25801
4.7 mi away
28 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Vanmeter Heights Apts
100 Jerome Van Meter Dr, Beckley, WV 25801
4.7 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
FMRS Housing Inc
212 Vance Drive, Beckley, WV 25801
5.2 mi away
15 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
South Vance Drive Apartments
214 South Vance Drive, Beckley, WV 25801
5.2 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Beckley Town Homes
123 Hager Street, Beckley, WV 25801
5.3 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 25851
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Raleigh County, WV area · median family income $74,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $26,300 | $42,100 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $30,050 | $48,100 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,800 | $54,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,550 | $60,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,600 | $64,950 |
| 6 | $43,600 | $43,600 | $69,750 |
| 7 | $46,600 | $46,600 | $74,550 |
| 8 | $49,600 | $49,600 | $79,350 |
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 | 25851 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $755 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $760 |
| 2 bedrooms | $970 | $972 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,346 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,408 |
Wider area = Raleigh County, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $940 (25849) to $1,120 (25880).
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 25851's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 25851Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Harper, WV 25851?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Harper, WV 25851, 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 Harper, WV 25851 have openings?
These lists for Harper, WV 25851 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 Harper, WV 25851?
Use the phone number on each building card in Harper, WV 25851. 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 Harper, WV 25851?
In Harper, WV 25851, 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 25851?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 25851 right now. 24 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 25851?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Harper, WV 25851 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Harper, WV 25851?
Most income-restricted buildings in Harper, WV 25851 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 $26,300, and $37,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($42,100 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 Harper, WV 25851?
For many programs in Harper, WV 25851, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,300 a year for 1 person and $37,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $42,100 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 Harper, WV 25851?
There is no single waiting list for Harper, WV 25851. 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 Harper, WV 25851?
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 Harper, WV 25851?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Harper, WV 25851, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Harper, WV 25851 is $970 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 Harper, WV 25851?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Harper, WV 25851. 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 Harper, WV 25851?
This page may still list buildings in Harper, WV 25851 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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