Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Atlanta, GA 30303
7 affordable buildings in 30303 · 166 more within 4 mi
Atlanta, GA 30303 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit and 1 Section 8. 166 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 30303
William Oliver Building
32 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
114 units · 23 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Edgewood Center
187 Edgewood Avenue SE, Atlanta (Fulton), GA 30303
96 units · 46 income-restricted · Studio
Freeman Ford Lofts
75 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
27 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Fairlie Poplar Apartments
87 Poplar St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
15 units · 3 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
No buildings in 30303 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 166 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Abbington Perimeter
3250 Panthersville Rd, Atlanta, GA 30334
0.3 mi away
72 units · 61 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Capital Gateway II aka Cap Gate IV
358 Fraser St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.6 mi away
152 units · 91 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
CAPITOL Gateway III
175 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.6 mi away
263 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Northside Plaza
440 Markham St SW, Atlanta, GA 30313
0.6 mi away
127 units · 26 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Ashley Auburn Pointe II
130 Bell St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.6 mi away
150 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Columbia Tower at Martin Luther King Village
380 Martin St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.7 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Ashley Auburn Pointe I (Grady III)
322 Decatur St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.7 mi away
154 units · 150 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
Columbia Senior Residences at Martin Luther King Village
125 Logan St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.7 mi away
122 units · 96 income-restricted · 1 BR
Veranda at Auburn Pointe II
55 Hilliard St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.8 mi away
98 units · 88 income-restricted
Veranda at Auburn Pointe/Veranda/GradyII
115 Hilliard St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.8 mi away
124 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of ATLANTA Georgia
- Most residents are 62 or older
City Views at Rosa Burney Park
250 Fulton ST SW, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.8 mi away
180 units · 154 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
O'Hern House - Project Peoples Place
16 Wm Holmes Borders Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
0.8 mi away
76 units
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 30303
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,910/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $76,400/yr
- Renters in 30303 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 72%
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 | 30303 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,680 | $1,554 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,750 | $1,619 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,910 | $1,762 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,099 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,700 | $2,493 |
Wider area = Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,200 (30315) to $2,640 (30309).
Census figures for 30303 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,714. 82% of homes are rented. 72% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 55% 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 30303's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 30303Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Atlanta, GA 30303?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA 30303, 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 Atlanta, GA 30303 have openings?
These lists for Atlanta, GA 30303 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
Use the phone number on each building card in Atlanta, GA 30303. 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
In Atlanta, GA 30303, 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 30303?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA 30303. 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 30303?
Yes — this page also lists 166 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Atlanta, GA 30303 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Atlanta, GA 30303?
Most income-restricted buildings in Atlanta, GA 30303 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
For many programs in Atlanta, GA 30303, 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
There is no single waiting list for Atlanta, GA 30303. 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
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 Atlanta, GA 30303. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Atlanta, GA 30303?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Atlanta, GA 30303, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Atlanta, GA 30303 is $1,910 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Atlanta, GA 30303. 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 Atlanta, GA 30303?
This page may still list buildings in Atlanta, GA 30303 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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