Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Blue Mountain, MS 38610
1 affordable building in 38610 · 16 more within 11 mi
Blue Mountain, MS 38610 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 usda rural. 16 more are listed within 11 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 38610
No buildings in 38610 match this filter.
Nearby
Meadowview Apt & Sub./Ridgeland Terrace/Eastgate
225 Pretoria St, Ripley, MS 38663
6.1 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR
Ripley Manor LP
226 Market Street, Ripley, MS 38663
7.5 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ripley Townhouses LP
316 Market Street, Ripley, MS 38663
7.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ripley Housing LP
1120 Hensley Street, Ripley, MS 38663
7.7 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ripley Apt Ltd
209 Elmwood St, Ripley, MS 38663
8.2 mi away
23 units · 2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ripley Asoc II, LP
203 Elmwood St, Ripley, MS 38663
8.2 mi away
24 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oakhaven Apts
1120 N Commerce St, Ripley, MS 38663
9.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Timber Hills Housing of Tippah County
2820 County Rd.,, Ripley, MS 38663
9.2 mi away
18 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pontotoc Senior II, LP
265 Lakeshore Drive, Pontotoc, MS 38663
28.8 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 38610
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $950/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,000/yr
- Renters in 38610 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
Tippah County, MS area · median family income $66,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 | $25,200 | $40,350 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,800 | $46,100 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $38,900 | $62,250 |
| 6 | $41,800 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 7 | $44,650 | $44,650 | $71,450 |
| 8 | $47,550 | $47,550 | $76,050 |
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 | 38610 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $765 |
| 1 bedroom | $810 | $769 |
| 2 bedrooms | $950 | $905 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,170 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,189 |
Wider area = Tippah County, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (38663) to $1,000 (38633).
Census figures for 38610 (2020–2024 average): median rent $959. Median household income $51,675. 30% of homes are rented. 25% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% 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 38610's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 38610Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Blue Mountain, MS 38610, 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610 have openings?
These lists for Blue Mountain, MS 38610 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
Use the phone number on each building card in Blue Mountain, MS 38610. 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
In Blue Mountain, MS 38610, 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 38610?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Blue Mountain, MS 38610. 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 38610?
Yes — this page also lists 16 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Blue Mountain, MS 38610 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
Most income-restricted buildings in Blue Mountain, MS 38610 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 $25,200, and $36,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($40,350 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
For many programs in Blue Mountain, MS 38610, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $25,200 a year for 1 person and $36,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $40,350 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
There is no single waiting list for Blue Mountain, MS 38610. 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Blue Mountain, MS 38610, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Blue Mountain, MS 38610 is $950 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Blue Mountain, MS 38610. 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 Blue Mountain, MS 38610?
This page may still list buildings in Blue Mountain, MS 38610 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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