Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mobile, AL 36693
7 affordable buildings in 36693 · 46 more within 8 mi
Mobile, AL 36693 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit and 5 Section 8. 46 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 36693
Christopherson Estates
1385 Azalea Rd, Mobile, AL 36693
22 units · 21 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Girby Road Apartments
5200 Girby Road, Mobile, AL 36693
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Halls Mill VOA Living Center
4796 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile, AL 36693
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 36693 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 46 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cottonwood Senior Apts
658 Azalea Rd, Mobile, AL 36609
2.1 mi away
120 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Family Place Apts
3600 Michael Blvd, Mobile, AL 36609
2.7 mi away
154 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Navco Road Group Home
1305 Navco Road, Mobile, AL 36605
3.2 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Mobile Community Homes
7250 Old Military Rd, Mobile, AL 36605
3.8 mi away
33 units · 30 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pine Trace Apts.
858 Shaub Avenue, Mobile, AL 36609
3.9 mi away
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Hunters Run
6240 Old Pascagoula Rd, Theodore, AL 36582
3.9 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Marc Group Homes
4565 Sollie Road, Mobile, AL 36619
4.1 mi away
20 units · 18 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
South Haven
3577 Dauphin Island Pkwy., Mobile, AL 36605
4.7 mi away
60 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
South of Dauphin
3105 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36606
4.8 mi away
100 units · 95 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Hounds Run Apartments
5954 Sperry Road, Theodore, AL 36582
5.2 mi away
188 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 36693
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,200/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,000/yr
- Renters in 36693 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
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 | 36693 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $990 | $938 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,030 | $981 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,139 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,565 |
Wider area = Mobile, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36603) to $1,310 (36688).
Census figures for 36693 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,156. Median household income $68,933. 30% of homes are rented. 53% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 36693's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36693Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mobile, AL 36693?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36693, 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 36693 have openings?
These lists for Mobile, AL 36693 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 36693?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mobile, AL 36693. 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 36693?
In Mobile, AL 36693, 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 36693?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36693. 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 36693?
Yes — this page also lists 46 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mobile, AL 36693 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mobile, AL 36693?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mobile, AL 36693 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 36693?
For many programs in Mobile, AL 36693, 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 36693?
There is no single waiting list for Mobile, AL 36693. 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 36693?
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 36693. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mobile, AL 36693?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mobile, AL 36693, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mobile, AL 36693 is $1,200 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 36693?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mobile, AL 36693. 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 36693?
This page may still list buildings in Mobile, AL 36693 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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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