Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Oak Ridge, TN 37830
11 affordable buildings in 37830 · 15 more within 9 mi
Oak Ridge, TN 37830 has 11 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 8 Section 8, and 4 senior. 15 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 37830
Frank Callaghan Towers
115 Fairbanks RD, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
110 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Kareday Terrace Apartments
99 Wilberforce Ave, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
56 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Robertsville Apartments
306 Jefferson Terminal Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hamilton Place
153-155 Hamilton Cir, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Tiffin Home
111 Tiffin Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hallmark at Oak Ridge
500 Tuskegee Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
72 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Royce Hill Towns & Gardens
190 Hillside Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
72 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 37830 match this filter.
Nearby
Brittain Village
101 Brittain Vlg, Oliver Springs, TN 37840
6.2 mi away
114 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Oliver Springs Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Hines Valley Apts
10 Hines Court, Lenoir City, TN 37771
9 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Town Creek Village
171 Cory Dr, Lenoir City, TN 37771
10.4 mi away
96 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Sunset Hills
220 Jim Hartsook Dr Apt A-1, Lenoir City, TN 37771
11.2 mi away
138 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Lenoir City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
706 Third Ave
906 W Third Ave, Lenoir City, TN 37771
11.4 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
McGhee Square
225-8 Kelly Lane, Lenoir City, TN 37771
11.5 mi away
110 units · 108 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
7th Ave Sfd
506 W Seventh Ave, Lenoir City, TN 37771
12 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Heath Sfd
203 C St, Lenoir City, TN 37771
12.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Carlton Concepts Apts
7010 Nature Trails Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37931
12.6 mi away
50 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Manor Apts
6370 Industrial Park Blvd, Lenoir City, TN 37771
16.8 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 37830
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,000/yr
- Renters in 37830 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Knoxville, TN area · median family income $103,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,800 | $36,300 | $58,100 |
| 2 | $24,900 | $41,500 | $66,400 |
| 3 | $28,000 | $46,700 | $74,700 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,150 | $96,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,300 | $102,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,450 | $109,500 |
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 | 37830 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,120 | $1,171 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,120 | $1,178 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,475 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,770 | $1,844 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,010 | $2,122 |
Wider area = Knoxville, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (37840) to $2,210 (37934).
Census figures for 37830 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,131. Median household income $72,269. 34% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 37830's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 37830Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Oak Ridge, TN 37830, 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830 have openings?
These lists for Oak Ridge, TN 37830 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
Use the phone number on each building card in Oak Ridge, TN 37830. 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
In Oak Ridge, TN 37830, 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 37830?
This directory lists 11 income-restricted buildings in Oak Ridge, TN 37830. 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 37830?
Yes — this page also lists 15 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Oak Ridge, TN 37830 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
Most income-restricted buildings in Oak Ridge, TN 37830 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 $36,300, and $51,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,100 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
For many programs in Oak Ridge, TN 37830, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,300 a year for 1 person and $51,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,100 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
There is no single waiting list for Oak Ridge, TN 37830. 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Oak Ridge, TN 37830, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Oak Ridge, TN 37830 is $1,400 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Oak Ridge, TN 37830. 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 Oak Ridge, TN 37830?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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