Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Palmetto, FL 34221
5 affordable buildings in 34221 · 32 more within 10 mi
Palmetto, FL 34221 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 3 Section 8, 3 senior, and 1 usda rural. 32 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 34221
Palmetto Villas
2407 13th Avenue Dr E, Palmetto, FL 34221
49 units · 2–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 34221 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 32 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Rosewood Manor
1673 40th Avenue Circle E, Ellenton, FL 34222
4.1 mi away
43 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
W D Suggs
906 21st St E, Bradenton, FL 34208
6.3 mi away
121 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bradenton
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
510 11th Avenue West
510 11th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
6.4 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bradenton
524 11th Avenue West
524 11th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
6.4 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bradenton
Woodwinds Apartments
1800 Woodwinds Dr, Bradenton, FL 34208
6.4 mi away
96 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Bradenton VOA Living Center
1128 11th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
6.5 mi away
9 units · 8 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Bradenton Village
1411 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
6.6 mi away
160 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bradenton
New Singletary
1302 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
6.6 mi away
117 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bradenton
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Citrus Meadows Apts
1520 21st St E, Bradenton, FL 34208
6.6 mi away
200 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Trace
2705 River Trace Cir, Bradenton, FL 34208
6.6 mi away
178 units · 176 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lake East II
1607 1609 24TH Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
7.2 mi away
22 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 34221
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $82,000/yr
- Renters in 34221 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL area · median family income $109,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,000 | $39,950 | $63,950 |
| 2 | $27,400 | $45,650 | $73,050 |
| 3 | $30,850 | $51,350 | $82,200 |
| 4 | $34,250 | $57,050 | $91,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,650 | $98,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,200 | $105,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,750 | $113,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,350 | $120,550 |
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 | 34221 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,640 | $1,749 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,760 | $1,876 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,050 | $2,188 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,600 | $2,775 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,100 | $3,309 |
Wider area = North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,540 (33570) to $2,370 (34209).
Census figures for 34221 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,548. Median household income $77,712. 17% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 36% 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 34221's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 34221Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Palmetto, FL 34221?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Palmetto, FL 34221, 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 Palmetto, FL 34221 have openings?
These lists for Palmetto, FL 34221 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
Use the phone number on each building card in Palmetto, FL 34221. 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
In Palmetto, FL 34221, 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 34221?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Palmetto, FL 34221. 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 34221?
Yes — this page also lists 32 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Palmetto, FL 34221 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Palmetto, FL 34221?
Most income-restricted buildings in Palmetto, FL 34221 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 $39,950, and $57,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,950 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
For many programs in Palmetto, FL 34221, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,950 a year for 1 person and $57,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,950 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
There is no single waiting list for Palmetto, FL 34221. 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
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 Palmetto, FL 34221. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Palmetto, FL 34221?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Palmetto, FL 34221, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Palmetto, FL 34221 is $2,050 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Palmetto, FL 34221. 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 Palmetto, FL 34221?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Palmetto, FL 34221. 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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