Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fort Ashby, WV 26719
2 affordable buildings in 26719 · 21 more within 10 mi
Fort Ashby, WV 26719 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 senior and 2 usda rural. 21 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 26719
Country Villa Apt
46 W Water St, Fort Ashby, WV 26719
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 26719 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 21 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Greene Gables
7047 Greene Gables Dr, Ridgeley, WV 26753
4 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Orchard Mews Apts.
16116 Orchard Mews Dr, Cumberland, MD 21502
6.8 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Cascades
701 E Fourth St, Cumberland, MD 21502
9.4 mi away
71 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
William Booth Tower
220 Somerville Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502
9.5 mi away
114 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Jane Frazier Village
202 Memorial Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502
9.5 mi away
125 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Old Towne Manor
1510 E Oldtown Road, Cumberland, MD 21502
9.5 mi away
138 units · 123 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Queen City Towers
235 Paca St Apt 511, Cumberland, MD 21502
10.5 mi away
95 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Magnolia Greene
13000 Winchester Pike, Lavale, MD 21502
10.6 mi away
40 units · 36 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Cumberland Arms
10 N. Liberty St, Cumberland, MD 21502
10.7 mi away
69 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Baltimore Avenue Apts
205 Baltimore Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502
10.7 mi away
41 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cumberland Manor
229 Baltimore Ave, Cumberland, MD 21502
10.8 mi away
102 units · 101 income-restricted · 1 BR
Banneker Gardens
326 Frederick St, Cumberland, MD 21502
11 mi away
25 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Frederick Street Unit
1034 Frederick St, Cumberland, MD 21502
11.7 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Cumberland
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 26719
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $940/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,600/yr
- Renters in 26719 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 80%
Income limits (2026)
Mineral County, WV area · median family income $94,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,950 | $33,250 | $53,150 |
| 2 | $22,800 | $38,000 | $60,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,750 | $68,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,450 | $75,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,050 | $88,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $58,850 | $94,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,650 | $100,200 |
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 | 26719 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $708 |
| 1 bedroom | $750 | $749 |
| 2 bedrooms | $940 | $944 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,243 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,248 |
Wider area = Mineral County, WV. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (21557) to $1,420 (26722).
Census figures for 26719 (2020–2024 average): median rent $766. Median household income $54,167. 15% of homes are rented. 80% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 58% 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 26719's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 26719Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fort Ashby, WV 26719, 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719 have openings?
These lists for Fort Ashby, WV 26719 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fort Ashby, WV 26719. 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
In Fort Ashby, WV 26719, 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 26719?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Fort Ashby, WV 26719. 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 26719?
Yes — this page also lists 21 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fort Ashby, WV 26719 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fort Ashby, WV 26719 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 $33,250, and $47,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,150 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
For many programs in Fort Ashby, WV 26719, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,250 a year for 1 person and $47,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,150 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
There is no single waiting list for Fort Ashby, WV 26719. 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fort Ashby, WV 26719, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fort Ashby, WV 26719 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fort Ashby, WV 26719. 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 Fort Ashby, WV 26719?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Fort Ashby, WV 26719. 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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