Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Gatlinburg, TN 37738
1 affordable building in 37738 · 19 more within 13 mi
Gatlinburg, TN 37738 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 19 more are listed within 13 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 37738
Watson Glades Place
824 Watson Drive, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
80 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 37738 match this filter.
Nearby
Meadow Creek Apts
3180 Hickory Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
9.7 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Ridgewood Village
2316 David Lewelling Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
10.1 mi away
245 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sevierville Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mildred Miller Group Home
1259 Llama LN, Sevierville, TN 37862
11.9 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1 BR
Forest Cove
2121 New Era Road, Sevierville, TN 37862
12.8 mi away
96 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gateview Ridge Apartments
1269 Avery Ln., Sevierville, TN 37862
13.2 mi away
88 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Highland Ridge Apts
1415 Avery Ln, Sevierville, TN 37862
13.3 mi away
88 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Dogwood Ridge Apts
1263 Smithwood Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
13.3 mi away
54 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
Gateway Village
120 W Paine St, Sevierville, TN 37862
13.7 mi away
36 units · 35 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Mountain View Apartments, Ltd.
330 Hardin Ln, Sevierville, TN 37862
14.5 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woodland Park Apts.
202 Hardin LN, Sevierville, TN 37862
14.7 mi away
55 units · 54 income-restricted · 1 BR
LeConte Terrace
211 Maggie Mack Ln, Sevierville, TN 37862
14.8 mi away
36 units · 35 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pickens Way Apartments
924 Pickens Dr., Sevierville, TN 37862
15.1 mi away
88 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Riverpark Apts II
210 Riverpark Way, Sevierville, TN 37862
15.8 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Riverpark Apts I
1110 Old Knoxville Hwy, Sevierville, TN 37862
15.9 mi away
46 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gist Creek Apts
446 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876
16.7 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 37738
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,280/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $51,200/yr
- Renters in 37738 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 36%
Income limits (2026)
Sevier County, TN area · median family income $85,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,850 | $29,750 | $47,600 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,000 | $54,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,250 | $61,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,500 | $68,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,900 | $73,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,300 | $78,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $52,700 | $84,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,100 | $89,800 |
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 | 37738 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,090 | $1,032 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,038 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,213 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,569 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,680 | $1,594 |
Wider area = Sevier County, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,120 (28719) to $1,200 (37876).
Census figures for 37738 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,133. Median household income $57,330. 32% of homes are rented. 36% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 9% 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 37738's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 37738Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738 have openings?
These lists for Gatlinburg, TN 37738 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
Use the phone number on each building card in Gatlinburg, TN 37738. 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
In Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 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 37738?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Gatlinburg, TN 37738. 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 37738?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Gatlinburg, TN 37738 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gatlinburg, TN 37738 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 $29,750, and $42,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($47,600 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
For many programs in Gatlinburg, TN 37738, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,750 a year for 1 person and $42,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $47,600 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
There is no single waiting list for Gatlinburg, TN 37738. 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
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 tax-credit apartments in Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gatlinburg, TN 37738, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gatlinburg, TN 37738 is $1,280 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Gatlinburg, TN 37738. 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 Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
This page may still list buildings in Gatlinburg, TN 37738 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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