Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Elba, AL 36323

3 affordable buildings in 36323 · 5 more within 15 mi

Elba, AL 36323 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing, 1 Section 8, and 1 usda rural. 5 more are listed within 15 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

In 36323

Nearby

  • New Brockton Ha

    222 Rainey St, New Brockton, AL 36351

    9.3 mi away

    Public housing

    40 units · 1–3 BR

    • Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of New Brockton
    • Residents waited about 32 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
    • Several buildings — call for addresses
  • Oak Hill Apartments

    407 Brantley St, Opp, AL 36467

    14.4 mi away

    Section 8Seniors

    37 units · 36 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities

  • Williams Rd Apts

    76B Lakeview Dr, Opp, AL 36467

    15.5 mi away

    Public housing

    170 units · 1–3 BR

    • Apply through Ha Opp
    • Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
  • Carriage House Manor

    1010 Barnes St, Opp, AL 36467

    15.6 mi away

    USDA rural

    24 units · 1–2 BR

    • 13 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    No phone listedDetailsDirections
  • Covington Park

    2205 Us Highway 84 W, Opp, AL 36467

    16.6 mi away

    Tax creditUSDA rural

    49 units · 1–2 BR

    • 12 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
    • Several buildings — call for addresses
    No phone listedDetailsDirections

Rents and income limits in 36323

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$920/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$36,800/yr
Renters in 36323 paying 30% or more of income on rent
33%

Income limits (2026)

Coffee County, AL area · median family income $87,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$18,350$30,500$48,800
2$21,640$34,850$55,800
3$27,320$39,200$62,750
4$33,000$43,550$69,700
5$38,680$47,050$75,300
6$44,360$50,550$80,900
7$50,040$54,050$86,450
8$55,720$57,500$92,050

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.

Size36323Wider area
Studio$700$834
1 bedroom$700$839
2 bedrooms$920$1,098
3 bedrooms$1,280$1,520
4 bedrooms$1,340$1,598

Wider area = Coffee County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36351) to $930 (36034).

Census figures for 36323 (2020–2024 average): median rent $640. Median household income $45,819. 23% of homes are rented. 33% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% 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 36323's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36323

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Elba, AL 36323?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Elba, AL 36323, 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 Elba, AL 36323 have openings?

These lists for Elba, AL 36323 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 Elba, AL 36323?

Use the phone number on each building card in Elba, AL 36323. 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 Elba, AL 36323?

In Elba, AL 36323, 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 36323?

This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Elba, AL 36323. 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 36323?

Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Elba, AL 36323 (within about 15 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Elba, AL 36323?

Most income-restricted buildings in Elba, AL 36323 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 $30,500, and $43,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($48,800 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 Elba, AL 36323?

For many programs in Elba, AL 36323, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $30,500 a year for 1 person and $43,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $48,800 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 Elba, AL 36323?

There is no single waiting list for Elba, AL 36323. 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 Elba, AL 36323?

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, project-based Section 8 in Elba, AL 36323. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Elba, AL 36323?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Elba, AL 36323, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Elba, AL 36323 is $920 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 Elba, AL 36323?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Elba, AL 36323. 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 Elba, AL 36323?

This page may still list buildings in Elba, AL 36323 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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