Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Gordon, AL 36343
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 36343 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Gordon, AL 36343. 2 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 36343
John Fulmer/Ridgewood
5351 11th St, Malone, FL 32445
7.7 mi away
42 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Northwest Florida Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Willow Lane
515 Sealy Wells Rd Apt 1, Cottonwood, AL 36320
11.1 mi away
53 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Cottonwood Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Magnolia Homes
700 1st Ave Apt 65, Ashford, AL 36312
11.3 mi away
76 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ha Ashford
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Columbia-Hall Apts
101 Radney St, Columbia, AL 36319
16 mi away
14 units · 2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Columbia Ha
110 Bremond St Apt 1, Columbia, AL 36319
16.2 mi away
17 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Columbia
Beverlye Crossings
210 Crossing Ln, Dothan, AL 36303
17.5 mi away
104 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Third Avenue Apts
2400 Third Ave, Dothan, AL 36301
17.7 mi away
45 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
WRC Housing
588 Burkett Road, Dothan, AL 36303
18.1 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Wrc Housing II
590 Burkett Road, Dothan, AL 36303
18.1 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Alabaster Bay Apts
291 Alabaster Dr, Dothan, AL 36301
18.4 mi away
56 units · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Medical Center Terrace
305 Sixth Ave Bldg G, Dothan, AL 36301
18.5 mi away
52 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 36343
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,800/yr
- Renters in 36343 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
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 | 36343 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $763 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $768 |
| 2 bedrooms | $970 | $966 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,291 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,415 |
Wider area = Dothan, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36370) to $1,140 (32423).
Census figures for 36343 (2020–2024 average): median rent $907. Median household income $47,188. 24% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 36343's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36343Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Gordon, AL 36343?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Gordon, AL 36343, 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 Gordon, AL 36343 have openings?
These lists for Gordon, AL 36343 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
Use the phone number on each building card in Gordon, AL 36343. 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
In Gordon, AL 36343, 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 36343?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 36343 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 36343?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Gordon, AL 36343 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Gordon, AL 36343?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gordon, AL 36343 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
For many programs in Gordon, AL 36343, 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
There is no single waiting list for Gordon, AL 36343. 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
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 Gordon, AL 36343?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gordon, AL 36343, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gordon, AL 36343 is $970 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Gordon, AL 36343. 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 Gordon, AL 36343?
This page may still list buildings in Gordon, AL 36343 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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