Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Carrollton, MS 38917
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 38917 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Carrollton, MS 38917. 34 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 38917
The 20 closest of 34 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cottonwood Glen
1307 Plantation Dr, Greenwood, MS 38930
9.1 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR
Williamsburg Estates II
3017 Hwy 82 E, Greenwood, MS 38930
9.2 mi away
49 units · 47 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Greenwood Place LP
3011 Highway 82 E, Greenwood, MS 38930
9.2 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Beacon Harbor II
2800 Highway 82 E, Greenwood, MS 38930
9.4 mi away
12 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Beacon Harbor
2714 Highway 82 E, Greenwood, MS 38930
9.5 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Golden Age Inc Magnolia Manor
2921 Highway 82 E, Greenwood, MS 38930
10.7 mi away
86 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Leflore Estates
700 E Mlk Blvd, Greenwood, MS 38930
10.9 mi away
104 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Henry Homes
1002 Carrollton Ave, Greenwood, MS 38930
11 mi away
199 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Greenwood
- Residents waited about 30 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Meeks Estates
118 Ave G, Greenwood, MS 38930
11.1 mi away
4 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
1989 Rental Rehab
206 E Percy St, Greenwood, MS 38930
11.2 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Evergood Apts
619 Carrollton Ave, Greenwood, MS 38930
11.2 mi away
16 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 38917
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $910/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,400/yr
- Renters in 38917 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 17%
Income limits (2026)
Carroll County, MS area · median family income $81,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,100 | $28,500 | $45,600 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $32,600 | $52,100 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $36,650 | $58,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $40,700 | $65,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $47,250 | $75,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $50,500 | $80,750 |
| 8 | $53,750 | $53,750 | $85,950 |
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 | 38917 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $761 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $769 |
| 2 bedrooms | $910 | $905 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,120 | $1,110 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,189 |
Wider area = Carroll County, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (38947) to $940 (38923).
Census figures for 38917 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $60,432. 27% of homes are rented. 17% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% pay half or more.
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 38917's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 38917Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Carrollton, MS 38917?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Carrollton, MS 38917, 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 Carrollton, MS 38917 have openings?
These lists for Carrollton, MS 38917 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
Use the phone number on each building card in Carrollton, MS 38917. 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
In Carrollton, MS 38917, 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 38917?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 38917 right now. 34 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 38917?
Yes — this page also lists 34 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Carrollton, MS 38917 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Carrollton, MS 38917?
Most income-restricted buildings in Carrollton, MS 38917 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 $28,500, and $40,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($45,600 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
For many programs in Carrollton, MS 38917, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $28,500 a year for 1 person and $40,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $45,600 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
There is no single waiting list for Carrollton, MS 38917. 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Carrollton, MS 38917, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Carrollton, MS 38917 is $910 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Carrollton, MS 38917. 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 Carrollton, MS 38917?
This page may still list buildings in Carrollton, MS 38917 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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