Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Princeton, AL 35766
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 35766 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Princeton, AL 35766. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 35766
Legacy Hill
210 Winchester Rd NE, Huntsville, AL 35811
16 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
Woodville Village
151 Cr-63, Woodville, AL 35776
16.8 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Olympia Gardens
3332 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35811
16.9 mi away
48 units · 40 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Brook Haven Apts
135 Fairview Farm Way, Huntsville, AL 35811
16.9 mi away
63 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Wilshire Park
5025 Blue Spring Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
17.8 mi away
65 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Huntsville Adventist Apartments
3409 NW Venona Ave, Huntsville, AL 35810
18.1 mi away
76 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The Lighthouse
1940 Max Luther Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811
18.1 mi away
19 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lincoln
201A Webster Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
18.4 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)
Meridian Commons Apartments
111 Walker AVE, Huntsville, AL 35801
18.6 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Todd Towers
204 Greene St NE Apt 101, Huntsville, AL 35801
18.7 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35766
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,160/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Jackson County, AL area · median family income $69,700. 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 | 35766 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $960 | $720 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,000 | $728 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,160 | $921 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,236 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,910 | $1,453 |
Wider area = Jackson County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (35774) to $1,220 (35761).
Census figures for 35766 (2020–2024 average): 32% of homes are rented.
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 35766's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35766Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Princeton, AL 35766?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Princeton, AL 35766, 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 Princeton, AL 35766 have openings?
These lists for Princeton, AL 35766 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
Use the phone number on each building card in Princeton, AL 35766. 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
In Princeton, AL 35766, 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 35766?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 35766 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Princeton, AL 35766?
Most income-restricted buildings in Princeton, AL 35766 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
For many programs in Princeton, AL 35766, 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
There is no single waiting list for Princeton, AL 35766. 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
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 Princeton, AL 35766?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Princeton, AL 35766, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Princeton, AL 35766 is $1,160 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Princeton, AL 35766. 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 Princeton, AL 35766?
This page may still list buildings in Princeton, AL 35766 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; 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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