Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Cordova, AL 35550
3 affordable buildings in 35550 · 9 more within 10 mi
Cordova, AL 35550 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing, 2 Section 8, 1 senior, and 1 usda rural. 9 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35550
Cordova Ha
15 Elliott Heights St Apt 137, Cordova, AL 35550
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ha Cordova
- Residents waited about 100 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
WARRIOR RIVER APARTMENTS Phase I
100 Warrior River Ln, Cordova, AL 35550
32 units · 1–3 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 35550 match this filter.
Nearby
Dora Villas
20 Villa Cir, Dora, AL 35062
5.3 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Waldrop Apts
76 Hill St, Parrish, AL 35580
6.4 mi away
18 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Parrish
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Sumiton Housing Authority
112A Oak Cir, Sumiton, AL 35148
6.8 mi away
41 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sumiton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Sunset Apartments
80 Sunset Dr, Sumiton, AL 35148
6.8 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Petree/Mathews Apts
1000 Petree Cir, Jasper, AL 35501
9.2 mi away
186 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Jasper
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Bankhead/Carver Apts
1005 20th St W Apt 67, Jasper, AL 35501
9.4 mi away
136 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Jasper
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Sunburst Homes
1901 10th Avenue West, Jasper, AL 35501
9.4 mi away
31 units · 29 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
High Forest Apts
77 High Forest Ln, Jasper, AL 35501
9.4 mi away
89 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35550
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,800/yr
- Renters in 35550 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Walker County, AL area · median family income $78,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,450 | $27,350 | $43,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,250 | $50,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,150 | $56,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,050 | $62,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,200 | $67,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,300 | $72,500 |
| 7 | $48,450 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
| 8 | $51,550 | $51,550 | $82,500 |
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 | 35550 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $660 | $684 |
| 1 bedroom | $750 | $776 |
| 2 bedrooms | $920 | $949 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,314 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,586 |
Wider area = Walker County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (35130) to $1,160 (35584).
Census figures for 35550 (2020–2024 average): median rent $710. Median household income $42,216. 33% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 12% 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 35550's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35550Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Cordova, AL 35550?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Cordova, AL 35550, 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 Cordova, AL 35550 have openings?
These lists for Cordova, AL 35550 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
Use the phone number on each building card in Cordova, AL 35550. 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
In Cordova, AL 35550, 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 35550?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Cordova, AL 35550. 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 35550?
Yes — this page also lists 9 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Cordova, AL 35550 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cordova, AL 35550?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cordova, AL 35550 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 $27,350, and $39,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,750 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
For many programs in Cordova, AL 35550, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,350 a year for 1 person and $39,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,750 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
There is no single waiting list for Cordova, AL 35550. 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
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, project-based Section 8 in Cordova, AL 35550. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cordova, AL 35550?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cordova, AL 35550, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cordova, AL 35550 is $920 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Cordova, AL 35550. 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 Cordova, AL 35550?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Cordova, AL 35550. 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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