Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Wartrace, TN 37183
1 affordable building in 37183 · 19 more within 12 mi
Wartrace, TN 37183 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 usda rural. 19 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 37183
Post House Apts
515 Blackman Blvd W, Wartrace, TN 37183
19 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 37183 match this filter.
Nearby
Lamplighter Estates
1900 Madison Street, Shelbyville, TN 37160
6.9 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Canterway Apts
1898 Madison St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
7 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Tony Rice Trans Living
1601 East Depot Street, Shelbyville, TN 37160
8.2 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The Ridge at Shelbyville
260 Anthony Ln, Shelbyville, TN 37160
8.4 mi away
72 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Paddock Ridge
125 Sunlite Rd, Shelbyville, TN 37160
8.8 mi away
58 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Brittany Hills Apts
200 S Maple St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9 mi away
112 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Highland Court I
516A Highland Ct, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9.3 mi away
2 units
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Highland Court II
51A Elizabeth St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9.3 mi away
6 units
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
Park Trail Apts
1601 Green Ln, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9.7 mi away
108 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Eastside Multifamily & Elderly Housing
117 Glosson St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9.8 mi away
44 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Eastside Annex Phase II
500 Dunnaway St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9.8 mi away
4 units
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
Eastside Annex
512 Dunnaway St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
9.8 mi away
6 units
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
Tate and Eastside Apartments
316 Templeton Street, Shelbyville, TN 37160
10.2 mi away
190 units · Studio–4+ BR
Parkway Apartments
406 Lane Pkwy, Shelbyville, TN 37160
10.3 mi away
110 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Shelbyville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Dr. Tom Richards Center
201D Buffalo Valley Dr, Shelbyville, TN 37160
11.3 mi away
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Clyde Rooker Senior Village
209D Buffalo Valley Dr, Shelbyville, TN 37160
11.3 mi away
15 units · 14 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 37183
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,090/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,600/yr
- Renters in 37183 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 37%
Income limits (2026)
Bedford County, TN area · median family income $85,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,950 | $29,900 | $47,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,200 | $54,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,450 | $61,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,150 | $73,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
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 | 37183 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $850 |
| 1 bedroom | $990 | $1,022 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,090 | $1,112 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,540 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,770 | $1,859 |
Wider area = Bedford County, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (37360) to $1,490 (37020).
Census figures for 37183 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,088. Median household income $81,126. 13% of homes are rented. 37% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% 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 37183's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 37183Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Wartrace, TN 37183?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Wartrace, TN 37183, 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 Wartrace, TN 37183 have openings?
These lists for Wartrace, TN 37183 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
Use the phone number on each building card in Wartrace, TN 37183. 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
In Wartrace, TN 37183, 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 37183?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Wartrace, TN 37183. 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 37183?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Wartrace, TN 37183 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Wartrace, TN 37183?
Most income-restricted buildings in Wartrace, TN 37183 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 $29,900, and $42,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($47,850 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
For many programs in Wartrace, TN 37183, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,900 a year for 1 person and $42,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $47,850 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
There is no single waiting list for Wartrace, TN 37183. 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Wartrace, TN 37183, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Wartrace, TN 37183 is $1,090 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Wartrace, TN 37183. 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 Wartrace, TN 37183?
This page may still list buildings in Wartrace, TN 37183 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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