Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Oak Hill, WV 25901
7 affordable buildings in 25901 · 11 more within 8 mi
Oak Hill, WV 25901 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 3 Section 8, 3 senior, and 1 usda rural. 11 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 25901
Fayette Hills Unity
300 High Street South, Oak Hill, WV 25901
18 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fayette Manor Apts
1300 Virginia St, Oak Hill, WV 25901
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Plateau Oaks Apts
100 Plateau Oaks Dr, Oak Hill, WV 25901
32 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Maple Court Apts
198 Maple Ave, Oak Hill, WV 25901
28 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Birchtree Apts
Oak Hill, WV 25901
20 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 25901 match this filter.
Nearby
Mid Town Terrace
1 N Pax Ave, Mount Hope, WV 25880
5.4 mi away
135 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Mount Hope
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Fayette Hills II Apts
75 Laurel Pl, Fayetteville, WV 25840
7.5 mi away
68 units · 67 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Hill Manor II Ltd
Fayette Manor Apts., Fayetteville, WV 25840
7.9 mi away
28 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
New Cross Roads I Ltd
113 Tanglewood Dr, Mount Hope, WV 25818
8.2 mi away
49 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Fayette Hills II
67 Fayette Hills Dr, Fayetteville, WV 25840
8.3 mi away
68 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oakmont Greene I
100 Oakmont Way, Mt Hope, WV 25880
8.6 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 25901
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $39,600/yr
- Renters in 25901 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Fayette County, WV area · median family income $72,500. 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 | 25901 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $730 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $735 |
| 2 bedrooms | $990 | $961 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,258 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,606 |
Wider area = Fayette County, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $960 (25855) to $1,130 (25907).
Census figures for 25901 (2020–2024 average): median rent $821. Median household income $51,735. 26% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 17% 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 25901's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 25901Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Oak Hill, WV 25901?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Oak Hill, WV 25901, 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901 have openings?
These lists for Oak Hill, WV 25901 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
Use the phone number on each building card in Oak Hill, WV 25901. 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
In Oak Hill, WV 25901, 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 25901?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Oak Hill, WV 25901. 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 25901?
Yes — this page also lists 11 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Oak Hill, WV 25901 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Oak Hill, WV 25901?
Most income-restricted buildings in Oak Hill, WV 25901 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
For many programs in Oak Hill, WV 25901, 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
There is no single waiting list for Oak Hill, WV 25901. 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
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, tax-credit apartments in Oak Hill, WV 25901. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Oak Hill, WV 25901?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Oak Hill, WV 25901, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Oak Hill, WV 25901 is $990 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Oak Hill, WV 25901. 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 Oak Hill, WV 25901?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Oak Hill, WV 25901. 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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