Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Decatur, AL 35603
9 affordable buildings in 35603 · 16 more within 9 mi
Decatur, AL 35603 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit, 5 Section 8, and 4 senior. 16 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35603
Presbyterian Towers
1824 Presbyterian DR SW, Decatur, AL 35603
102 units · 101 income-restricted · 1 BR
No buildings in 35603 match this filter.
Nearby
Parkway Place
2115 Central Parkway, Decatur, AL 35601
2.6 mi away
100 units · 98 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Decatur VOA Living Center
1311 Cedar St SW, Decatur, AL 35601
3.1 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
East Acres
1023 19th Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601
3.9 mi away
252 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Decatur
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ability Plus
902 Wildwood Road SW, Decatur, AL 35601
4.4 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Jordan-Neill
300 Wilson St NE, Decatur, AL 35601
5.3 mi away
146 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Decatur
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Hartselle Group Home
1557 Highway 31 N W, Hartselle, AL 35640
5.4 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 18 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Midway Manor Apts
708 Midway St NW, Hartselle, AL 35640
5.7 mi away
28 units · 23 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Sterrs Homes
641 13th Ave NW, Decatur, AL 35601
5.7 mi away
202 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Decatur
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Plantation Garden Apts
1317 Sparkman St NW, Hartselle, AL 35640
5.8 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Collier Cove
546 Craft Ln NE, Hartselle, AL 35640
5.9 mi away
40 units · 34 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Hallmark Crestmoor
1060 Mountainview Rd NE, Hartselle, AL 35640
6 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Puckett Homes, Pattillo Cir.,roberts Ct.
609 Corsbie St SW, Hartselle, AL 35640
6.9 mi away
186 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Hartselle
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Hartselle Village
1004 Mitwede St SW, Hartselle, AL 35640
7.3 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Quail Run
1000 Mitwede St SW, Hartselle, AL 35640
7.3 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 52 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35603
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,110/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,400/yr
- Renters in 35603 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 35%
Income limits (2026)
Decatur, AL area · median family income $88,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,650 | $31,050 | $49,650 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,450 | $56,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,300 | $70,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $47,850 | $76,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
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 | 35603 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $900 | $830 |
| 1 bedroom | $910 | $835 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,110 | $1,023 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,315 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,830 | $1,686 |
Wider area = Decatur, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $990 (35640) to $1,760 (35649).
Census figures for 35603 (2020–2024 average): median rent $910. Median household income $81,490. 26% of homes are rented. 35% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% 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 35603's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35603Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Decatur, AL 35603?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Decatur, AL 35603, 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 Decatur, AL 35603 have openings?
These lists for Decatur, AL 35603 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
Use the phone number on each building card in Decatur, AL 35603. 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
In Decatur, AL 35603, 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 35603?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Decatur, AL 35603. 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 35603?
Yes — this page also lists 16 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Decatur, AL 35603 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Decatur, AL 35603?
Most income-restricted buildings in Decatur, AL 35603 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 $31,050, and $44,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($49,650 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
For many programs in Decatur, AL 35603, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,050 a year for 1 person and $44,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $49,650 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
There is no single waiting list for Decatur, AL 35603. 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Decatur, AL 35603. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Decatur, AL 35603?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Decatur, AL 35603, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Decatur, AL 35603 is $1,110 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Decatur, AL 35603. 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 Decatur, AL 35603?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Decatur, AL 35603. 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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