Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Chancellor, AL 36316
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 36316 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Chancellor, AL 36316. 22 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 36316
The 20 closest of 22 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
West Meadow II Apts
325 Glendale Street, Geneva, AL 36340
8.7 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Enterprise Ret Cntr
208 Douglas Brown Circle, Enterprise, AL 36330
8.8 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
West Meadow Apts I
911 W Meadow Ave, Geneva, AL 36340
8.9 mi away
26 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Geneva Retirement Center
10 Briarcliff Rd, Geneva, AL 36340
8.9 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mikie Walding Apartments
101 Cinema Dr, Enterprise, AL 36330
8.9 mi away
32 units · 1–4+ BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Nell Court
11 Nell Ct, Enterprise, AL 36330
9.1 mi away
149 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Enterprise Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Enterprise Apts
1591 E Park Ave, Enterprise, AL 36330
9.5 mi away
73 units · 1–2 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Valley Manor
712 Damascus Rd, Enterprise, AL 36330
9.9 mi away
27 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Garden Oaks Apts
507 Glover Ave, Enterprise, AL 36330
10 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Geneva
631 E Bryant Ave, Geneva, AL 36340
10 mi away
213 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ha Samson
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Heron Cove Apts I
550 Glover Ave, Enterprise, AL 36330
10.1 mi away
112 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Heron Cove Apts II
630 Glover Ave, Enterprise, AL 36330
10.1 mi away
88 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Port Mayaca Terrace
1225 James Dr, Enterprise, AL 36330
10.4 mi away
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 1 BR
Brookdale Apts
103 Apache Drive, Enterprise, AL 36330
10.7 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR
- 17 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Boulevard Apts
1320 Rucker Blvd, Enterprise, AL 36330
11.1 mi away
56 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Deerfield Apts
56 Deerfield Ct, Daleville, AL 36322
12 mi away
42 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Daleville Apts II
751 Old Highway 134, Daleville, AL 36322
12.3 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 36316
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/yr
- Renters in 36316 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 57%
Income limits (2026)
Dothan, AL area · median family income $79,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,750 | $50,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,650 | $63,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,850 | $68,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,000 | $73,650 |
| 7 | $49,200 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
| 8 | $52,350 | $52,350 | $83,800 |
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 | 36316 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $850 | $763 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $768 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $966 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,291 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,610 | $1,415 |
Wider area = Dothan, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36318) to $1,140 (36330).
Census figures for 36316 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,131. Median household income $77,016. 13% of homes are rented. 57% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 57% 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 36316's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36316Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Chancellor, AL 36316?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Chancellor, AL 36316, 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 Chancellor, AL 36316 have openings?
These lists for Chancellor, AL 36316 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
Use the phone number on each building card in Chancellor, AL 36316. 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
In Chancellor, AL 36316, 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 36316?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 36316 right now. 22 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 36316?
Yes — this page also lists 22 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Chancellor, AL 36316 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Chancellor, AL 36316?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chancellor, AL 36316 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 $27,800, and $39,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,450 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
For many programs in Chancellor, AL 36316, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,800 a year for 1 person and $39,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,450 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
There is no single waiting list for Chancellor, AL 36316. 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chancellor, AL 36316, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chancellor, AL 36316 is $1,100 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Chancellor, AL 36316. 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 Chancellor, AL 36316?
This page may still list buildings in Chancellor, AL 36316 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 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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