Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fultondale, AL 35068
1 affordable building in 35068 · 37 more within 6 mi
Fultondale, AL 35068 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 public housing. 37 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35068
Fulton/Brook/Hickory/Red Hollow
2172 Walker Chapel Cir, Fultondale, AL 35068
204 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Jefferson County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No buildings in 35068 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 37 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Nestlewood
613 Cedar Ct, Tarrant, AL 35217
3.5 mi away
96 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Tarrant Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Crestline Homes
2724 34th Ave. N., Birmingham, AL 35207
3.7 mi away
33 units · 30 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Cherry Ridge Independent Living Apts
1100 Jeff Germany Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35214
4 mi away
56 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Birmingham Towers
2712 31st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35207
4 mi away
125 units · 124 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Collegeville Center
3088 32nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35207
4.1 mi away
390 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Birmingham District
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
North Birmingham Homes
3018 41st Ct N, Birmingham, AL 35207
4.1 mi away
271 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Birmingham District
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Virginia Manor
2000 30th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35207
4.2 mi away
48 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Spring Gardens
Spring Garden Circle, Birmingham, AL 35217
4.3 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Pinetree Apts
2705 20th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35234
4.9 mi away
10 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
East Birmingham Manor
1237 44th St N, Birmingham, AL 35212
5.6 mi away
36 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Southampton Apts
100 Dugan Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35214
5.6 mi away
100 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Frank Salerno Group Home
4545 11th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35212
5.8 mi away
3 units · People with disabilities
Hampton Court
1124 15th St N, Birmingham, AL 35204
6 mi away
14 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rev. Dr. Morrell Todd Community
4616A Roscoe Ave, Birmingham, AL 35212
6 mi away
455 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Birmingham District
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Park Place II
Birmingham, AL 35203
6.3 mi away
198 units · 85 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Birmingham District
- Residents waited about 27 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Park Place
2300 6th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
6.3 mi away
197 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Birmingham District
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35068
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,000/yr
- Renters in 35068 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
Birmingham-Hoover, AL area · median family income $104,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,900 | $36,450 | $58,350 |
| 2 | $25,000 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 3 | $28,150 | $46,850 | $75,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,050 | $83,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,400 | $96,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,550 | $103,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,750 | $110,000 |
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 | 35068 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,200 | $1,177 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,290 | $1,263 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,375 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,760 | $1,727 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,980 | $1,941 |
Wider area = Birmingham-Hoover, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (35204) to $1,460 (35071).
Census figures for 35068 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,274. Median household income $73,750. 32% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% 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 35068's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35068Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fultondale, AL 35068?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fultondale, AL 35068, 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 Fultondale, AL 35068 have openings?
These lists for Fultondale, AL 35068 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fultondale, AL 35068. 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
In Fultondale, AL 35068, 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 35068?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Fultondale, AL 35068. 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 35068?
Yes — this page also lists 37 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fultondale, AL 35068 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fultondale, AL 35068?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fultondale, AL 35068 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 $36,450, and $52,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,350 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
For many programs in Fultondale, AL 35068, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,450 a year for 1 person and $52,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,350 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
There is no single waiting list for Fultondale, AL 35068. 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
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 public housing in Fultondale, AL 35068. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fultondale, AL 35068?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fultondale, AL 35068, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fultondale, AL 35068 is $1,400 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fultondale, AL 35068. 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 Fultondale, AL 35068?
This page may still list buildings in Fultondale, AL 35068 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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