Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Carrollton, AL 35447
3 affordable buildings in 35447 · 24 more within 15 mi
Carrollton, AL 35447 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit and 1 usda rural. 24 more are listed within 15 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35447
Summer Place Apts
956 Reform Street #100, Carrollton Unincorporated, AL 35447
24 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 35447 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 24 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Reform Manor Apts
569 Manor Circle, Reform, AL 35481
10.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Turtle Creek Apts
202 Ball St, Reform, AL 35481
11 mi away
56 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Reform Ha
500 6th Ave NW, Reform, AL 35481
11.3 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Reform
Sam Davis Court Apt
Gordo, AL 35466
14.5 mi away
50 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Green Tree Estates
954 1st Ave W, Gordo, AL 35466
15 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
West Ridge Apts
347 Industrial Park St, Gordo, AL 35466
15.2 mi away
26 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Grandview Gardens Apts
617 Garden Dr, Gordo, AL 35466
15.2 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
West Hill Sq Apts
25770 Highway 82, Gordo, AL 35466
15.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
John Geer Cts
385 1st Ave E, Gordo, AL 35466
16.6 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Gordo Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Columbus Heights Subdivision
260 Miley Loop, Columbus, MS 39702
17.7 mi away
85 units · 83 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Gen Wm Roberts Terr
247 William Roberts Rd, Columbus, MS 39702
18 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Columbus
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Yorkville
677 Yorkville Rd E Apt H1, Columbus, MS 39702
18.3 mi away
215 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. IV
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Cypress Park Apts II
300 S Lehmberg Rd, Columbus, MS 39702
18.5 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lowndes Properties II
81 Sydney Loop, Columbus, MS 39702
18.7 mi away
26 units · 25 income-restricted · 3 BR
Lowndes Properties I
75 Brisbane Dr, Columbus, MS 39702
18.8 mi away
26 units · 3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35447
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
- Renters in 35447 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 28%
Income limits (2026)
Pickens County, AL area · median family income $67,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $26,000 | $41,550 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,700 | $47,500 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,400 | $53,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,100 | $64,100 |
| 6 | $43,050 | $43,050 | $68,850 |
| 7 | $46,050 | $46,050 | $73,600 |
| 8 | $49,000 | $49,000 | $78,350 |
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 | 35447 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $699 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $704 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $921 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,133 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,430 |
Wider area = Pickens County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (39702) to $1,060 (35466).
Census figures for 35447 (2020–2024 average): median rent $820. Median household income $40,000. 24% of homes are rented. 28% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% 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 35447's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35447Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Carrollton, AL 35447?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Carrollton, AL 35447, 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 Carrollton, AL 35447 have openings?
These lists for Carrollton, AL 35447 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
Use the phone number on each building card in Carrollton, AL 35447. 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
In Carrollton, AL 35447, 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 35447?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Carrollton, AL 35447. 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 35447?
Yes — this page also lists 24 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Carrollton, AL 35447 (within about 15 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Carrollton, AL 35447?
Most income-restricted buildings in Carrollton, AL 35447 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 $26,000, and $37,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($41,550 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
For many programs in Carrollton, AL 35447, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,000 a year for 1 person and $37,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $41,550 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
There is no single waiting list for Carrollton, AL 35447. 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
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 Carrollton, AL 35447. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Carrollton, AL 35447?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Carrollton, AL 35447, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Carrollton, AL 35447 is $1,070 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Carrollton, AL 35447. 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 Carrollton, AL 35447?
This page may still list buildings in Carrollton, AL 35447 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 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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