Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fyffe, AL 35971
2 affordable buildings in 35971 · 12 more within 9 mi
Fyffe, AL 35971 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing and 1 usda rural. 12 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 35971
Geraldine Homes
344 Traylor St E, Fyffe, AL 35971
90 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Boaz Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No buildings in 35971 match this filter.
Nearby
Pine Village Apts
369 George Wallace Dr W, Rainsville, AL 35986
5.5 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Raintree Apts
99 Harrison St, Rainsville, AL 35986
5.8 mi away
24 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sandy Creek Apts
121 George Wallace Dr W, Rainsville, AL 35986
5.8 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Northside Homes
11 Goggins Dr, Rainsville, AL 35986
5.9 mi away
98 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Rainsville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Raintree Apartments
21 Harrison St, Rainsville, AL 35986
6.1 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Sherwood Knoll
175 Circle Dr, Rainsville, AL 35986
6.3 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Shadow Ridge Apt
26 Shadow Ridge Ln, Geraldine, AL 35974
7.4 mi away
14 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cumberland Heights
5648 Tammy Little Dr, Section, AL 35771
9.5 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Deer Ridge
1200 Burt Hill Dr SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968
10.3 mi away
40 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 35971
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,400/yr
- Renters in 35971 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
DeKalb County, AL area · median family income $70,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $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 | 35971 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $730 | $699 |
| 1 bedroom | $730 | $704 |
| 2 bedrooms | $960 | $921 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,154 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,539 |
Wider area = DeKalb County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (35771) to $950 (35975).
Census figures for 35971 (2020–2024 average): median rent $732. Median household income $58,528. 25% of homes are rented. 25% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 35971's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 35971Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fyffe, AL 35971?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fyffe, AL 35971, 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 Fyffe, AL 35971 have openings?
These lists for Fyffe, AL 35971 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fyffe, AL 35971. 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
In Fyffe, AL 35971, 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 35971?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Fyffe, AL 35971. 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 35971?
Yes — this page also lists 12 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fyffe, AL 35971 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fyffe, AL 35971?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fyffe, AL 35971 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
For many programs in Fyffe, AL 35971, 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
There is no single waiting list for Fyffe, AL 35971. 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
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 Fyffe, AL 35971. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fyffe, AL 35971?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fyffe, AL 35971, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fyffe, AL 35971 is $960 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fyffe, AL 35971. 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 Fyffe, AL 35971?
This page may still list buildings in Fyffe, AL 35971 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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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