Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Plant City, FL 33566
2 affordable buildings in 33566 · 13 more within 10 mi
Plant City, FL 33566 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit. 13 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 33566
Woodbridge at Walden Lake
1500 Plantation Grove Ct, Plant City, FL 33566
236 units · 189 income-restricted
No buildings in 33566 match this filter.
Nearby
Brewers Bridgeway
1001 W. Alexander Street, Plant City, FL 33563
2.3 mi away
18 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Maryland/Madison
401 S Maryland Ave, Plant City, FL 33563
2.6 mi away
199 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Plant City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Plant City Towers
103 W Mahoney St, Plant City, FL 33563
3.2 mi away
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1 BR
San Jose Mission
3204 San Diego Ln, Dover, FL 33527
8.4 mi away
42 units · 3–4+ BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
- For farmworker households
Twin Lakes Estates Phase I
615 Navy Dr, Lakeland, FL 33815
8.8 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lakeland
Twin Lakes Estates Phase II - Family
550 Air Force St, Lakeland, FL 33815
8.9 mi away
132 units · 14 income-restricted
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lakeland
Abilities at Eagles Nest
1920 E Edgewood Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803
10.7 mi away
5 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 33566
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,680/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $67,200/yr
- Renters in 33566 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area · median family income $104,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,100 | $40,150 | $64,250 |
| 2 | $27,550 | $45,850 | $73,400 |
| 3 | $31,000 | $51,600 | $82,600 |
| 4 | $34,400 | $57,350 | $91,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,950 | $99,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,550 | $106,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $71,150 | $113,800 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,700 | $121,150 |
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 | 33566 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,400 | $1,597 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,440 | $1,648 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,680 | $1,917 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,150 | $2,448 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,610 | $2,977 |
Wider area = Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,170 (33527) to $2,190 (33594).
Census figures for 33566 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,398. Median household income $72,393. 28% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 33566's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 33566Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Plant City, FL 33566?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Plant City, FL 33566, 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 Plant City, FL 33566 have openings?
These lists for Plant City, FL 33566 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
Use the phone number on each building card in Plant City, FL 33566. 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
In Plant City, FL 33566, 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 33566?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Plant City, FL 33566. 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 33566?
Yes — this page also lists 13 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Plant City, FL 33566 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Plant City, FL 33566?
Most income-restricted buildings in Plant City, FL 33566 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 $40,150, and $57,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($64,250 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
For many programs in Plant City, FL 33566, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,150 a year for 1 person and $57,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $64,250 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
There is no single waiting list for Plant City, FL 33566. 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
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 tax-credit apartments in Plant City, FL 33566. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Plant City, FL 33566?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Plant City, FL 33566, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Plant City, FL 33566 is $1,680 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Plant City, FL 33566. 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 Plant City, FL 33566?
This page may still list buildings in Plant City, FL 33566 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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