Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Sheffield, AL 35660
5 affordable buildings in 35660 · 33 more within 10 mi
Sheffield, AL 35660 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 4 public housing. 33 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35660
Archer Village
2810 E 12th Ave Apt A, Sheffield, AL 35660
153 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sheffield Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Manning
2207 W 17th St, Sheffield, AL 35660
126 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sheffield Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Long Lowe
1207 Long Lowe Ct, Sheffield, AL 35660
114 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sheffield Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Jackson Homes
2610 E 12th Ave, Sheffield, AL 35660
10 units
- Apply through Sheffield Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No buildings in 35660 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 33 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Keller Court Apartments
901-K Keller Ln, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
1.1 mi away
105 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gary Courts
717 N Hook St Apt 100, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
1.7 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)
Oak Terrace
705 Shoemaker Drive, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
2.4 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Ivy Pointe Apts
400 John Aldridge Drive, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
2.5 mi away
104 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Magnolia Gardens, III
106 S. Cedar St, Florence, AL 35630
3 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Courtview Towers
201 Pine St N, Florence, AL 35630
3.1 mi away
195 units · 164 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Oak Hollow Apts
1050 E Limestone St, Florence, AL 35630
3.6 mi away
38 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35660
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,090/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,600/yr
- Renters in 35660 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL area · median family income $95,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,050 | $31,700 | $50,750 |
| 2 | $21,800 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,800 | $65,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,950 | $78,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,550 | $84,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,200 | $89,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
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 | 35660 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $760 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $834 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,090 | $1,085 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,348 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,426 |
Wider area = Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (35674) to $1,240 (35661).
Census figures for 35660 (2020–2024 average): median rent $829. Median household income $40,065. 39% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% 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 35660's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35660Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Sheffield, AL 35660?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Sheffield, AL 35660, 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 Sheffield, AL 35660 have openings?
These lists for Sheffield, AL 35660 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
Use the phone number on each building card in Sheffield, AL 35660. 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
In Sheffield, AL 35660, 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 35660?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Sheffield, AL 35660. 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 35660?
Yes — this page also lists 33 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Sheffield, AL 35660 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Sheffield, AL 35660?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sheffield, AL 35660 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 $31,700, and $45,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,750 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
For many programs in Sheffield, AL 35660, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,700 a year for 1 person and $45,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,750 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
There is no single waiting list for Sheffield, AL 35660. 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
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, tax-credit apartments in Sheffield, AL 35660. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Sheffield, AL 35660?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sheffield, AL 35660, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sheffield, AL 35660 is $1,090 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Sheffield, AL 35660. 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 Sheffield, AL 35660?
This page may still list buildings in Sheffield, AL 35660 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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