Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mobile, AL 36612
7 affordable buildings in 36612 · 27 more within 6 mi
Mobile, AL 36612 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 6 Section 8, and 2 senior. 27 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 36612
Arbor Pointe Apts
100 Dairy Rd, Whistler, AL 36612
56 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 36612 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 27 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
HOPE VI Family Rental Phase III
623 Ossia Edwards Ave, Prichard, AL 36610
1 mi away
110 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Onderdonk Cottages
1750 Shelton Beach Rd S, Prichard, AL 36613
1.1 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
HOPE VI Family Sales Phase IV
709 Hinson Ave, Prichard, AL 36610
1.1 mi away
13 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
The Oaks at Chancery
2712 Beverly P Washington St, Eight Mile, AL 36613
1.2 mi away
7 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard
Chancery Square
2301 S Shelton Beach Rd, Eight Mile, AL 36613
1.4 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Alexander Court Apts
108 Alexander Ct, Prichard, AL 36610
1.5 mi away
100 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Highpoint VOA Housing
4611 Myers Rd, Prichard, AL 36613
1.7 mi away
58 units · 57 income-restricted · 1 BR
Chickasaw (Elderly) Apartments
604 Dumont Street, Chickasaw, AL 36611
2 mi away
70 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Gulf Village
235 N Fairport Dr, Mobile, AL 36610
2.1 mi away
199 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mobile Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Saxony Apts
1704 W Prichard Ave, Prichard, AL 36610
2.1 mi away
42 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Joel Court Apts
102 Joel Ct, Mobile, AL 36610
2.2 mi away
60 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Chickasaw (Family) Apartments
102- Autumn Dale -651 Kansas, Chickasaw, AL 36611
2.2 mi away
216 units · Studio–4+ BR
Hope Family VI
500 John Helm St, Prichard, AL 36610
2.3 mi away
110 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Brent Hill Apartments
1800 Shelton Beach Rd, Mobile, AL 36618
2.9 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Center Ridge Apts
516 Schwarz St, Mobile, AL 36617
3.6 mi away
83 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pecan Cove Apts
1801 Holt Rd, Mobile, AL 36617
3.7 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Central Plaza Towers
304 Bay Shore Ave, Mobile, AL 36607
3.7 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 36612
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,800/yr
- Renters in 36612 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
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 | 36612 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $938 |
| 1 bedroom | $790 | $981 |
| 2 bedrooms | $920 | $1,139 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,565 |
Wider area = Mobile, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36610) to $1,320 (36613).
Census figures for 36612 (2020–2024 average): median rent $793. Median household income $38,056. 39% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 36612's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36612Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mobile, AL 36612?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36612, 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 36612 have openings?
These lists for Mobile, AL 36612 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 36612?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mobile, AL 36612. 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 36612?
In Mobile, AL 36612, 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 36612?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36612. 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 36612?
Yes — this page also lists 27 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mobile, AL 36612 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mobile, AL 36612?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36612 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 36612?
For many programs in Mobile, AL 36612, 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 36612?
There is no single waiting list for Mobile, AL 36612. 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 36612?
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 36612. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mobile, AL 36612?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mobile, AL 36612, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mobile, AL 36612 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 Mobile, AL 36612?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mobile, AL 36612. 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 36612?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Mobile, AL 36612. 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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