Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Medon, TN 38356
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 38356 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Medon, TN 38356. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 38356
Hope Hall Center
Route 1 Box 1; Hwy 138, Toone, TN 38381
7.2 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Royal Duplex
537 S Royal St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.5 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
545 S Royal St
545 S Royal St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.5 mi away
2 units · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Jake Harris II
541 S Royal St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.5 mi away
4 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Carson Sfd
113 Carson St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.6 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Washington-Douglas-Linco
389 Daugherty St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.7 mi away
124 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Jackson Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 87 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
McMillan Towers
212 S Fairgrounds St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.7 mi away
124 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Jackson Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 44 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Dempster Sfd
101 Dempster St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.7 mi away
1 unit · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
New Southern Senior Center
181 E. Chester Street, Jackson, TN 38301
12.8 mi away
84 units · Studio–1 BR
East Pointe Apartments
504 Daughtery St, Jackson, TN 38301
12.8 mi away
99 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Jackson Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 63 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Belmont Sfd
205 Belmont Ave, Jackson, TN 38301
12.9 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 38356
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,800/yr
- Renters in 38356 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 1%
Income limits (2026)
Jackson, TN area · median family income $79,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,700 | $27,850 | $44,550 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,800 | $50,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $35,800 | $57,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $42,950 | $68,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $46,150 | $73,800 |
| 7 | $49,300 | $49,300 | $78,900 |
| 8 | $52,500 | $52,500 | $84,000 |
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 | 38356 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $957 |
| 1 bedroom | $910 | $1,051 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,375 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,730 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,898 |
Wider area = Jackson, TN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (38381) to $1,480 (38391).
Census figures for 38356 (2020–2024 average): median rent $684. Median household income $60,594. 23% of homes are rented. 1% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 38356's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 38356Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Medon, TN 38356?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Medon, TN 38356, 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 Medon, TN 38356 have openings?
These lists for Medon, TN 38356 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 Medon, TN 38356?
Use the phone number on each building card in Medon, TN 38356. 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 Medon, TN 38356?
In Medon, TN 38356, 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 38356?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 38356 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 38356?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Medon, TN 38356 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Medon, TN 38356?
Most income-restricted buildings in Medon, TN 38356 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 $27,850, and $39,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($44,550 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 Medon, TN 38356?
For many programs in Medon, TN 38356, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,850 a year for 1 person and $39,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $44,550 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 Medon, TN 38356?
There is no single waiting list for Medon, TN 38356. 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 Medon, TN 38356?
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 Medon, TN 38356?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Medon, TN 38356, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Medon, TN 38356 is $1,170 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 Medon, TN 38356?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Medon, TN 38356. 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 Medon, TN 38356?
This page may still list buildings in Medon, TN 38356 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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