Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Limestone, TN 37681
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 37681 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Limestone, TN 37681. 2 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 37681
Jackson Heights Apartments
1298 W Jackson Blvd, Jonesborough, TN 37659
7.4 mi away
58 units · 57 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Bethel Housing Inc
1113 Persimmon Ridge Rd, Jonesborough, TN 37659
7.5 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1 BR
Heather Wood Estates Apts
1721 Lafayette St, Greeneville, TN 37745
10.9 mi away
46 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Heatherwood Estates
100 Heatherwood Loop, Greeneville, TN 37745
11 mi away
46 units · 1–2 BR
- 14 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Greeneville Terrace Apartments
406 Elk St, Greeneville, TN 37745
11.1 mi away
100 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities
Plaza Towers
224 Thornwood Dr., Greeneville, TN 37745
11.2 mi away
114 units · 113 income-restricted · 1 BR
Mountain Villa
929 Apple Street, Greeneville, TN 37745
12.1 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Knollridge Apt
131 Mason Street, Greeneville, TN 37745
12.2 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Baileyton Terrace a Pts
7600 Horton Highway, Baileyton, TN 37745
12.5 mi away
40 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unaka Residence
806 Dresden Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
12.7 mi away
9 units · 8 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Ford Creek Village
1016 Gray Station Rd, Gray, TN 37615
12.8 mi away
48 units · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 37681
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
- Renters in 37681 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
Johnson City, TN area · median family income $76,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,950 | $28,250 | $45,150 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,300 | $51,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,300 | $58,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $40,300 | $64,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $43,550 | $69,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,750 | $74,850 |
| 7 | $50,000 | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| 8 | $53,200 | $53,200 | $85,150 |
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 | 37681 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $942 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $948 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,211 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,461 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,609 |
Wider area = Johnson City, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,020 (37641) to $1,380 (37659).
Census figures for 37681 (2020–2024 average): median rent $767. Median household income $65,857. 13% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 37681's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 37681Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Limestone, TN 37681?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Limestone, TN 37681, 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 Limestone, TN 37681 have openings?
These lists for Limestone, TN 37681 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
Use the phone number on each building card in Limestone, TN 37681. 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
In Limestone, TN 37681, 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 37681?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 37681 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 37681?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Limestone, TN 37681 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Limestone, TN 37681?
Most income-restricted buildings in Limestone, TN 37681 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 $28,250, and $40,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($45,150 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
For many programs in Limestone, TN 37681, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,250 a year for 1 person and $40,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $45,150 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
There is no single waiting list for Limestone, TN 37681. 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
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 Limestone, TN 37681?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Limestone, TN 37681, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Limestone, TN 37681 is $1,070 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Limestone, TN 37681. 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 Limestone, TN 37681?
This page may still list buildings in Limestone, TN 37681 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; 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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