Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Huntsville, AL 35802
2 affordable buildings in 35802 · 46 more within 10 mi
Huntsville, AL 35802 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 public housing. 46 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35802
Scattered Sites
9021 Mahogany Row SE Apt A, Huntsville, AL 35802
76 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 36 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Stone Manor
7720 Benaroya Ln SW, Huntsville, AL 35802
49 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No buildings in 35802 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 46 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Phoenix House Apartments
4400 Knight Rd, Huntsville, AL 35805
2.9 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Mirabeau Apts
2601 Roanoke Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
3.4 mi away
229 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gateway Place
715 Gallatin St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
3.6 mi away
86 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
Castlewood Apts
2400 First St SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
3.7 mi away
58 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Brookside
2002A Brookside St SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
3.7 mi away
70 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Garden Cove Apts
3315 Dunn Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
3.9 mi away
199 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Burgundy Square
207 Binford Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
4 mi away
90 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
L.R. Patton Apts.
228A Binford Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
4 mi away
106 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Johnson Towers
216 Seminole Dr SW Apt 101, Huntsville, AL 35805
4 mi away
119 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 40 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Butler Terrace
104A Seminole Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
4 mi away
119 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville
- Residents waited about 25 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Russel Erskine Apts.
115 Clinton Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
4.2 mi away
69 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Summer Breeze Apts
4510 Foster Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
4.3 mi away
16 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Todd Towers
204 Greene St NE Apt 101, Huntsville, AL 35801
4.3 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
Searcy Homes
400A Holmes Ave NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
4.3 mi away
78 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)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35802
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,290/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $51,600/yr
- Renters in 35802 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
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 | 35802 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,080 | $1,119 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,130 | $1,177 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,290 | $1,341 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,735 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,160 | $2,241 |
Wider area = Huntsville, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (35805) to $2,010 (35808).
Census figures for 35802 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,154. Median household income $76,324. 46% of homes are rented. 44% 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 35802's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35802Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Huntsville, AL 35802?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Huntsville, AL 35802, 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 Huntsville, AL 35802 have openings?
These lists for Huntsville, AL 35802 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
Use the phone number on each building card in Huntsville, AL 35802. 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
In Huntsville, AL 35802, 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 35802?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Huntsville, AL 35802. 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 35802?
Yes — this page also lists 46 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Huntsville, AL 35802 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Huntsville, AL 35802?
Most income-restricted buildings in Huntsville, AL 35802 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
For many programs in Huntsville, AL 35802, 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
There is no single waiting list for Huntsville, AL 35802. 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
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 in Huntsville, AL 35802. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Huntsville, AL 35802?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Huntsville, AL 35802, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Huntsville, AL 35802 is $1,290 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Huntsville, AL 35802. 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 Huntsville, AL 35802?
This page may still list buildings in Huntsville, AL 35802 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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