Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Halls, TN 38040
2 affordable buildings in 38040 · 22 more within 12 mi
Halls, TN 38040 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 Section 8, 1 senior, and 1 usda rural. 22 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 38040
No buildings in 38040 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 22 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Ripley Meadows Apartments
269A-D Gay Street Extension, Ripley, TN 38063
10.2 mi away
66 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Spring Forest Apts
223 Keller Ave, Ripley, TN 38063
10.3 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Spring Forest Apts
223 W Keller Ln, Ripley, TN 38063
10.3 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Ripley Terrace Apts
219 Volz Rd, Ripley, TN 38063
11.3 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rolling Hills Apts (Ripley)
219 Volz Ave, Ripley, TN 38063
11.4 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rolling Hills Apt
227 Volz Rd, Ripley, TN 38063
11.5 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 8 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Gardner Heights
326 Alvinwood Cir, Dyersburg, TN 38024
11.8 mi away
343 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Dyersburg Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
The Willows
1011 Caleb Ave, Dyersburg, TN 38024
12 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Wesley Hills-Dyersburg
1020 Caleb Drive, Dyersburg, TN 38024
12 mi away
23 units · 22 income-restricted · 1 BR
Wesley Homes of Dyersburg
850 US Highway 51 Byp N, Dyersburg, TN 38024
12.1 mi away
67 units · 66 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
St. Joseph Village
885-800 Highway 51 Bypass West, Dyersburg, TN 38024
13.2 mi away
90 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Peachtree Park Apts
1970 Peach Ave, Dyersburg, TN 38024
13.4 mi away
112 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Eaglewood Apartment
600 Eaglewood Drive, Dyersburg, TN 38024
13.4 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 38040
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 38040 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
Lauderdale County, TN area · median family income $69,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,400 | $27,300 | $43,700 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,200 | $49,950 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,100 | $56,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,150 | $67,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,250 | $72,400 |
| 7 | $48,400 | $48,400 | $77,400 |
| 8 | $51,500 | $51,500 | $82,400 |
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 | 38040 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $756 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $761 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $995 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,294 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,520 | $1,533 |
Wider area = Lauderdale County, TN.
Census figures for 38040 (2020–2024 average): median rent $654. Median household income $49,833. 40% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 38040's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 38040Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Halls, TN 38040?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Halls, TN 38040, 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 Halls, TN 38040 have openings?
These lists for Halls, TN 38040 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 Halls, TN 38040?
Use the phone number on each building card in Halls, TN 38040. 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 Halls, TN 38040?
In Halls, TN 38040, 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 38040?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Halls, TN 38040. 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 38040?
Yes — this page also lists 22 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Halls, TN 38040 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Halls, TN 38040?
Most income-restricted buildings in Halls, TN 38040 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 $27,300, and $39,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,700 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 Halls, TN 38040?
For many programs in Halls, TN 38040, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,300 a year for 1 person and $39,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,700 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 Halls, TN 38040?
There is no single waiting list for Halls, TN 38040. 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 Halls, TN 38040?
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 in Halls, TN 38040. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Halls, TN 38040?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Halls, TN 38040, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Halls, TN 38040 is $1,000 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 Halls, TN 38040?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Halls, TN 38040. 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 Halls, TN 38040?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Halls, TN 38040. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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