Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mobile, AL 36602
2 affordable buildings in 36602 · 43 more within 7 mi
Mobile, AL 36602 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 2 senior. 43 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 36602
No buildings in 36602 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 43 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
The Renaissance Family
289A Bloodgood St, Mobile, AL 36603
0.5 mi away
87 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Orange Grove Homes
560 N Joachim St, Mobile, AL 36603
0.6 mi away
247 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Downtown Renaissance I LP
350 Bloodgood St, Mobile, AL 36603
0.6 mi away
88 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Renaissance
474 Bloodgood St, Mobile, AL 36603
0.7 mi away
87 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Renaissance Townhouses
489 Davidson St, Mobile, AL 36603
1 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
Emerson Gardens
701A Charleston St, Mobile, AL 36603
1.2 mi away
94 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Bay Oaks Apts
851 Augusta St, Mobile, AL 36603
1.3 mi away
72 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Magnolia Place
124 North Ann Street, Mobile, AL 36604
1.5 mi away
15 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
South Bay Apts
600 S Washington Ave, Mobile, AL 36603
1.6 mi away
224 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bayou Plaza Apartments
600 South Bayou Street, Mobile, AL 36603
1.7 mi away
60 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pecan Cove Apts
1801 Holt Rd, Mobile, AL 36617
2.2 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Oaklawn Homes
1010 Baltimore St Apt 65, Mobile, AL 36605
2.5 mi away
95 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Center Ridge Apts
516 Schwarz St, Mobile, AL 36617
2.8 mi away
83 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hope Family VI
500 John Helm St, Prichard, AL 36610
3.5 mi away
110 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Joel Court Apts
102 Joel Ct, Mobile, AL 36610
3.8 mi away
60 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Saxony Apts
1704 W Prichard Ave, Prichard, AL 36610
3.8 mi away
42 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Central Plaza Towers
304 Bay Shore Ave, Mobile, AL 36607
3.9 mi away
465 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 36602
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,130/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,200/yr
- Renters in 36602 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Mobile, AL area · median family income $83,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,500 | $29,200 | $46,700 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,350 | $53,350 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,500 | $60,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,000 | $72,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,350 | $77,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,650 | $82,650 |
| 8 | $55,000 | $55,000 | $88,000 |
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 | 36602 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $930 | $938 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $981 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,139 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,565 |
Wider area = Mobile, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36603) to $1,170 (36617).
Census figures for 36602 (2020–2024 average): median rent $730 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $41,420. 75% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 9% 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 36602's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36602Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mobile, AL 36602?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36602, 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 Mobile, AL 36602 have openings?
These lists for Mobile, AL 36602 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mobile, AL 36602. 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
In Mobile, AL 36602, 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 36602?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36602. 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 36602?
Yes — this page also lists 43 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mobile, AL 36602 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mobile, AL 36602?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36602 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 $29,200, and $41,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,700 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
For many programs in Mobile, AL 36602, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,200 a year for 1 person and $41,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,700 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
There is no single waiting list for Mobile, AL 36602. 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Mobile, AL 36602. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mobile, AL 36602?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mobile, AL 36602, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mobile, AL 36602 is $1,130 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mobile, AL 36602. 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 Mobile, AL 36602?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Mobile, AL 36602. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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