Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Kennedy, AL 35574
1 affordable building in 35574 · 17 more within 12 mi
Kennedy, AL 35574 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 public housing. 17 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35574
Kennedy Hsng Project
133 Project St Apt 1, Kennedy, AL 35574
14 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Kennedy
No buildings in 35574 match this filter.
Nearby
Millport Manor
204 Millport Manor, Millport, AL 35576
6.1 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Millport
196 Francis St Apt 19, Millport, AL 35576
6.2 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ha Millport
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Terrace Park Apartments
744 6th St SW, Fayette, AL 35555
11.2 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Fayette Ha
628 4th Ave SW, Fayette, AL 35555
11.5 mi away
151 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Fayette
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Spring Hills Homes
5980 Hwy. l59, Fayette, AL 35555
11.6 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Reform Ha
500 6th Ave NW, Reform, AL 35481
12.2 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Reform
Yester Oak Apts
612 7th St NE, Fayette, AL 35555
12.6 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mayfair Manor
705 7th St NE, Fayette, AL 35555
12.7 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
East Side Apartments
820 5th Ave NE, Fayette, AL 35555
12.7 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
East Side Apts
820 Fifth Ave NE, Fayette, AL 35555
12.7 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Valley Cove Apts
804 Fifth Ave NE, Fayette, AL 35555
12.7 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Brookside Apts
1620 Second Ave NE, Fayette, AL 35555
12.8 mi away
40 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Turtle Creek Apts
202 Ball St, Reform, AL 35481
12.9 mi away
56 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Reform Manor Apts
569 Manor Circle, Reform, AL 35481
13.3 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Johnston Place
416 16th St NE, Fayette, AL 35555
13.6 mi away
10 units · 9 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Claymont Apartments
1640 2nd Avenue, NE, Fayette, AL 35555
14.3 mi away
40 units · 2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Brookside Village Apartments
1640 2nd Avenue, NE, Fayette, AL 35555
14.3 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35574
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Lamar County, AL area · median family income $68,700. 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 | 35574 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $870 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $741 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $921 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,206 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,210 |
Wider area = Lamar County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $960 (35545) to $1,060 (35555).
Census figures for 35574 (2020–2024 average): median rent $725. Median household income $41,818 (uncertain estimate). 10% of homes are rented.
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 35574's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35574Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Kennedy, AL 35574?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Kennedy, AL 35574, 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 Kennedy, AL 35574 have openings?
These lists for Kennedy, AL 35574 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
Use the phone number on each building card in Kennedy, AL 35574. 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
In Kennedy, AL 35574, 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 35574?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Kennedy, AL 35574. 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 35574?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Kennedy, AL 35574 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Kennedy, AL 35574?
Most income-restricted buildings in Kennedy, AL 35574 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
For many programs in Kennedy, AL 35574, 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
There is no single waiting list for Kennedy, AL 35574. 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
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 Kennedy, AL 35574. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Kennedy, AL 35574?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Kennedy, AL 35574, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Kennedy, AL 35574 is $1,100 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Kennedy, AL 35574. 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 Kennedy, AL 35574?
This page may still list buildings in Kennedy, AL 35574 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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