Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Russellville, AL 35653
7 affordable buildings in 35653 · 11 more within 14 mi
Russellville, AL 35653 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 Section 8, 2 senior, and 2 usda rural. 11 more are listed within 14 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35653
Westside
100 Engle Plz, Russellville, AL 35653
209 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ha Russellville
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ridgecrest Estates
1018 Washington Ave NW, Russellville, AL 35653
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 25 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Redwood Apts
713 Washington Ave SW, Russellville, AL 35653
10 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 35653 match this filter.
Nearby
Sullivan Village Apts
104 Carrie Ln, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
10.4 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Timberline Apts
108 Timberline St, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
13.4 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Windsor Apts
111 Hospital Rd, Red Bay, AL 35582
16.5 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gary Courts
717 N Hook St Apt 100, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
16.6 mi away
241 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Tuscumbia
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Redmont Apts
112 Hospital Rd, Red Bay, AL 35582
16.7 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oak Terrace
705 Shoemaker Drive, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
16.7 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Village Green Apartments
111 Village Green Circle C1, Red Bay, AL 35582
16.8 mi away
57 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Ivy Pointe Apts
400 John Aldridge Drive, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
16.9 mi away
104 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Fifth Court
703 Nixon Cir Apt 125, Red Bay, AL 35582
17 mi away
163 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Red Bay
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Keller Court Apartments
901-K Keller Ln, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
17.1 mi away
105 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35653
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 35653 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Franklin County, AL area · median family income $70,900. 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 | 35653 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $748 |
| 1 bedroom | $920 | $846 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $921 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,196 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,210 |
Wider area = Franklin County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (35582) to $1,100 (35585).
Census figures for 35653 (2020–2024 average): median rent $694. Median household income $52,600. 24% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 35653's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35653Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Russellville, AL 35653?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Russellville, AL 35653, 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 Russellville, AL 35653 have openings?
These lists for Russellville, AL 35653 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
Use the phone number on each building card in Russellville, AL 35653. 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
In Russellville, AL 35653, 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 35653?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Russellville, AL 35653. 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 35653?
Yes — this page also lists 11 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Russellville, AL 35653 (within about 14 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Russellville, AL 35653?
Most income-restricted buildings in Russellville, AL 35653 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
For many programs in Russellville, AL 35653, 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
There is no single waiting list for Russellville, AL 35653. 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
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, tax-credit apartments in Russellville, AL 35653. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Russellville, AL 35653?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Russellville, AL 35653, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Russellville, AL 35653 is $1,000 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Russellville, AL 35653. 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 Russellville, AL 35653?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Russellville, AL 35653. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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