Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Five Points, AL 36855
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 36855 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Five Points, AL 36855. 26 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 12 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 36855
The 20 closest of 26 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Knollwood Retirement Center
1725 Highway 431 S, Roanoke, AL 36274
7.5 mi away
50 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Roanoke Arms Apartments
364 Field St, Roanoke, AL 36274
8 mi away
35 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Roanoke Garden Apts
468 Rebecca Ln, Roanoke, AL 36274
8.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Roanoke Gdn Estates
1200 Rebecca Lane, Roanoke, AL 36274
8.3 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rock Mills Gdn Apts
341 County Road 75, Roanoke, AL 36274
8.7 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Harvey Enloe Homes
305 Avenue A Apt 17, Roanoke, AL 36274
8.8 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Roanoke, AL
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Wellington Terrace
149 Cnty Rd 79, Roanoke, AL 36274
10.4 mi away
36 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Emery Pointe
159 Cnty Rd 79, Roanoke, AL 36274
10.4 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Alfred Radney Apts
241 Cnty Rd 79, Roanoke, AL 36274
10.5 mi away
42 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
High Pine Apartments (fka Alfred Radney Apts.)
241 County Road 79, Roanoke, AL 36274
10.5 mi away
42 units
Valley View Apts
770 B St, Lafayette, AL 36862
11.7 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Jackson Heights
1118 N 13th St, Lanett, AL 36863
12.4 mi away
242 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lanett, AL
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Garden Greene Apts
501 S Eighth St, Lanett, AL 36863
13.3 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Crystal Springs
1206 S 8th Ave, Lanett, AL 36863
13.4 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Lanett, AL
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mallard Lake Apartments
120 Old Airport Rd, Lagrange, GA 30240
13.8 mi away
72 units · 17 income-restricted
Lafayette Village
123 Old Airport Rd, Lagrange, GA 30240
13.8 mi away
56 units · 43 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 36855
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $39,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Chambers County, AL area · median family income $66,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $26,000 | $41,550 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,700 | $47,500 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,400 | $53,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,100 | $64,100 |
| 6 | $43,050 | $43,050 | $68,850 |
| 7 | $46,050 | $46,050 | $73,600 |
| 8 | $49,000 | $49,000 | $78,350 |
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 | 36855 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $760 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $967 |
| 2 bedrooms | $990 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,401 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,434 |
Wider area = Chambers County, AL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $920 (36274) to $1,190 (30240).
Census figures for 36855 (2020–2024 average): median rent $530. Median household income $46,765. 5% of homes are rented.
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 36855's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 36855Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Five Points, AL 36855?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Five Points, AL 36855, 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 Five Points, AL 36855 have openings?
These lists for Five Points, AL 36855 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
Use the phone number on each building card in Five Points, AL 36855. 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
In Five Points, AL 36855, 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 36855?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 36855 right now. 26 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 36855?
Yes — this page also lists 26 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Five Points, AL 36855 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Five Points, AL 36855?
Most income-restricted buildings in Five Points, AL 36855 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 $26,000, and $37,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($41,550 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
For many programs in Five Points, AL 36855, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,000 a year for 1 person and $37,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $41,550 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
There is no single waiting list for Five Points, AL 36855. 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
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 Five Points, AL 36855?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Five Points, AL 36855, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Five Points, AL 36855 is $990 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Five Points, AL 36855. 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 Five Points, AL 36855?
This page may still list buildings in Five Points, AL 36855 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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