Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Market, AL 35761
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 35761 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in New Market, AL 35761. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 35761
Legacy Hill
210 Winchester Rd NE, Huntsville, AL 35811
12.3 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Olympia Gardens
3332 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35811
13.7 mi away
48 units · 40 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Brook Haven Apts
135 Fairview Farm Way, Huntsville, AL 35811
13.7 mi away
63 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Wilshire Park
5025 Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
13.9 mi away
65 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Huntsville Adventist Apartments
3409 NW Venona Ave, Huntsville, AL 35810
14.6 mi away
76 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The Lighthouse
1940 Max Luther Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811
14.9 mi away
19 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lincoln
201A Webster Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
15.6 mi away
193 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Garden Park Apts
2301 Old Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
15.6 mi away
56 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Stonehurst Apts
2040 Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
15.8 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Meridian Commons Apartments
111 Walker AVE, Huntsville, AL 35801
15.9 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35761
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,220/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,800/yr
- Renters in 35761 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 58%
Income limits (2026)
Huntsville, AL area · median family income $115,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,200 | $40,300 | $64,500 |
| 2 | $27,650 | $46,050 | $73,700 |
| 3 | $31,100 | $51,800 | $82,900 |
| 4 | $34,550 | $57,550 | $92,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $62,200 | $99,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,800 | $106,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $71,400 | $114,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $76,000 | $121,600 |
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 | 35761 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,020 | $1,119 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,070 | $1,177 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,341 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,580 | $1,735 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,040 | $2,241 |
Wider area = Huntsville, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (37328) to $1,650 (35759).
Census figures for 35761 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,046. Median household income $79,440. 17% of homes are rented. 58% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 35761's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35761Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Market, AL 35761?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Market, AL 35761, 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 New Market, AL 35761 have openings?
These lists for New Market, AL 35761 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 New Market, AL 35761?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Market, AL 35761. 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 New Market, AL 35761?
In New Market, AL 35761, 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 35761?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 35761 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 35761?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Market, AL 35761 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Market, AL 35761?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Market, AL 35761 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 $40,300, and $57,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($64,500 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 New Market, AL 35761?
For many programs in New Market, AL 35761, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,300 a year for 1 person and $57,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $64,500 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 New Market, AL 35761?
There is no single waiting list for New Market, AL 35761. 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 New Market, AL 35761?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in New Market, AL 35761?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Market, AL 35761, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Market, AL 35761 is $1,220 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 New Market, AL 35761?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Market, AL 35761. 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 New Market, AL 35761?
This page may still list buildings in New Market, AL 35761 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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