Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Acworth, GA 30101
7 affordable buildings in 30101 · 24 more within 10 mi
Acworth, GA 30101 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 24 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 30101
Barrington Square Apartments
4700 Baker Grove Road, Acworth, GA 30101
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1 BR
No buildings in 30101 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Enclave at Depot Park
2726 South Main Street Northwest, Kennesaw, GA 30144
5.6 mi away
78 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Highland Court Sr Residence
4150 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
7 mi away
122 units · 1–2 BR
Walton Ridenour Apartments
1425 Ridenour Blvd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152
7.2 mi away
260 units · 234 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Gregory Lane Apartments, Phase II
465 Gregory Ln, Acworth, GA 30102
8.1 mi away
40 units · 38 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gregory Lane Apts Phase I
466 Gregory Ln, Acworth, GA 30102
8.1 mi away
72 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Peaks at Bells Ferry
100 Peaks Rdg, Acworth, GA 30102
8.3 mi away
248 units · 148 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cherokee Summit
5920 Bells Ferry Rd, Acworth, GA 30102
8.3 mi away
272 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Renaissance on Henderson
55 Henderson ST, Marietta, GA 30064
10.6 mi away
151 units · 150 income-restricted · 1 BR
The Coleman Drive House
902 Coleman Dr SW, Marietta, GA 30064
10.6 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Heritage at Madison Pointe
1561 Stonebridge Parkway, Woodstock, GA 30189
10.9 mi away
100 units · 81 income-restricted
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 30101
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,880/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $75,200/yr
- Renters in 30101 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area · median family income $117,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,750 | $41,250 | $66,000 |
| 2 | $28,300 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
| 3 | $31,850 | $53,050 | $84,850 |
| 4 | $35,350 | $58,900 | $94,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,650 | $101,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,350 | $109,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $73,050 | $116,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,750 | $124,450 |
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 | 30101 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,660 | $1,554 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,730 | $1,619 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,880 | $1,762 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,240 | $2,099 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,660 | $2,493 |
Wider area = Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,440 (30137) to $2,050 (30144).
Census figures for 30101 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,788. Median household income $110,774. 21% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 30101's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 30101Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Acworth, GA 30101?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Acworth, GA 30101, 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 Acworth, GA 30101 have openings?
These lists for Acworth, GA 30101 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
Use the phone number on each building card in Acworth, GA 30101. 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
In Acworth, GA 30101, 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 30101?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Acworth, GA 30101. 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 30101?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Acworth, GA 30101 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Acworth, GA 30101?
Most income-restricted buildings in Acworth, GA 30101 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 $41,250, and $58,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($66,000 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
For many programs in Acworth, GA 30101, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,250 a year for 1 person and $58,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $66,000 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
There is no single waiting list for Acworth, GA 30101. 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
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 Acworth, GA 30101. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Acworth, GA 30101?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Acworth, GA 30101, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Acworth, GA 30101 is $1,880 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Acworth, GA 30101. 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 Acworth, GA 30101?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Acworth, GA 30101. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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