Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ethelsville, AL 35461
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 35461 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Ethelsville, AL 35461. 23 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 13 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 35461
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Columbus Heights Subdivision
260 Miley Loop, Columbus, MS 39702
9.5 mi away
85 units · 83 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Gen Wm Roberts Terr
247 William Roberts Rd, Columbus, MS 39702
9.9 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)
Cypress Park Apts II
300 S Lehmberg Rd, Columbus, MS 39702
10 mi away
96 units · 95 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lowndes Properties II
81 Sydney Loop, Columbus, MS 39702
10.1 mi away
26 units · 25 income-restricted · 3 BR
Lowndes Properties I
75 Brisbane Dr, Columbus, MS 39702
10.1 mi away
26 units · 3 BR · People with disabilities
Yorkville
677 Yorkville Rd E Apt H1, Columbus, MS 39702
10.3 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
Greentree Apts
500 Green Tree Dr, Columbus, MS 39702
10.4 mi away
100 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Trinity Place
300 Airline Rd, Columbus, MS 39702
11 mi away
140 units · 115 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Reform Manor Apts
569 Manor Circle, Reform, AL 35481
11.1 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Reform Ha
500 6th Ave NW, Reform, AL 35481
11.4 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Reform
Turtle Creek Apts
202 Ball St, Reform, AL 35481
11.9 mi away
56 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Summer Place Apts
956 Reform Street #100, Carrollton Unincorporated, AL 35447
12 mi away
24 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35461
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,050/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,000/yr
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 | 35461 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $699 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $704 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,050 | $921 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,133 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,430 |
Wider area = Pickens County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (39702) to $1,070 (35447).
Census figures for 35461 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $47,375. 9% of homes are rented.
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 35461's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35461Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ethelsville, AL 35461?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ethelsville, AL 35461, 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461 have openings?
These lists for Ethelsville, AL 35461 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ethelsville, AL 35461. 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
In Ethelsville, AL 35461, 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 35461?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 35461 right now. 23 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 35461?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ethelsville, AL 35461 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ethelsville, AL 35461?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ethelsville, AL 35461 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
For many programs in Ethelsville, AL 35461, 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
There is no single waiting list for Ethelsville, AL 35461. 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ethelsville, AL 35461, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ethelsville, AL 35461 is $1,050 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ethelsville, AL 35461. 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 Ethelsville, AL 35461?
This page may still list buildings in Ethelsville, AL 35461 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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