Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Locust Fork, AL 35097
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 35097 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Locust Fork, AL 35097. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 35097
Warrior/Chelsea/Bradford/Trafford
105 Faucett Dr, Trafford, AL 35172
8.5 mi away
182 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Jefferson County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Springville Apts
1209 Springville Blvd, Oneonta, AL 35121
9.4 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Harris Apts.
11 Hillcrest Cir, Oneonta, AL 35121
9.9 mi away
166 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through H a Oneonta
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Oak Meadows Apts
53 Valley Ct, Oneonta, AL 35121
9.9 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Dennis Bynum
619 - A Woodmeadow Street, Oneonta, AL 35121
10 mi away
43 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
McCay Senior Gardens
1637 Pocota Drive, Oneonta, AL 35121
10.9 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
McCay's Landing I
1640 Pocota Dr, Oneonta, AL 35121
11 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
McCay's Landing II
1658 Pocota Dr, Oneonta, AL 35121
11 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
River Oaks Apts I
2001 Pocota Dr, Oneonta, AL 35121
11 mi away
35 units · 1–2 BR
- 12 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Casa Bonita
31 Morales Drive, Oneonta, AL 35121
11.3 mi away
10 units · 2–4+ BR
- For farmworker households
Oneonta Apts
100 Mountain Springs Rd, Oneonta, AL 35121
11.4 mi away
64 units · 2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35097
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,260/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,400/yr
- Renters in 35097 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 79%
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 | 35097 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,080 | $1,177 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,160 | $1,263 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,375 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,580 | $1,727 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,780 | $1,941 |
Wider area = Birmingham-Hoover, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (35013) to $1,140 (35133).
Census figures for 35097 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,121. Median household income $58,056 (uncertain estimate). 10% of homes are rented. 79% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 44% 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 35097's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35097Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Locust Fork, AL 35097?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Locust Fork, AL 35097, 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097 have openings?
These lists for Locust Fork, AL 35097 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
Use the phone number on each building card in Locust Fork, AL 35097. 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
In Locust Fork, AL 35097, 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 35097?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 35097 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 35097?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Locust Fork, AL 35097 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Locust Fork, AL 35097?
Most income-restricted buildings in Locust Fork, AL 35097 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
For many programs in Locust Fork, AL 35097, 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
There is no single waiting list for Locust Fork, AL 35097. 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Locust Fork, AL 35097?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Locust Fork, AL 35097, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Locust Fork, AL 35097 is $1,260 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Locust Fork, AL 35097. 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 Locust Fork, AL 35097?
This page may still list buildings in Locust Fork, AL 35097 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; 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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