Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lena, MS 39094
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 39094 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Lena, MS 39094. 19 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 18 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 39094
Westbrook Square
1301 Highway 16 West, Carthage, MS 39051
12.6 mi away
32 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lockwood Apartments
124 Main St, Walnut Grove, MS 39189
12.7 mi away
24 units · 2–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lockwood Apts
214 Main St, Walnut Grove, MS 39189
12.7 mi away
24 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
The Grove Apts
222 Spruce St, Walnut Grove, MS 39189
12.8 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Amp - 3
212 S Valley St Apt 1, Carthage, MS 39051
13.5 mi away
143 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. V
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
The Elms Apt
610 Old Canton Road, Carthage, MS 39051
13.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Canton Road Manor
655 Red Dog Rd, Carthage, MS 39051
14.1 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR
- 12 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Towncreek Apts
Red Dog Rd, Carthage, MS 39051
14.6 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Crosscreek Apts
694 Red Dog Road, Carthage, MS 39051
14.8 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scott Apts
801 Hillsboro St, Forest, MS 39074
18 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Forest Plaza
800 Hillsboro St, Forest, MS 39074
18 mi away
32 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Forest Apartments
231 Jones Street, Forest, MS 39074
18.8 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR
- 14 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Forest Ha
207 Rose St, Forest, MS 39074
18.9 mi away
77 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of the City of Forest
- Residents waited about 46 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Pelahatchie II LP
713 College Street, Pelahatchie, MS 39145
19.1 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oak Dale Apts
415 S First Ave, Forest, MS 39074
19.2 mi away
84 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 39094
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
- Renters in 39094 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 0%
Income limits (2026)
Leake County, MS area · median family income $65,000. 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 | 39094 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $850 | $843 |
| 1 bedroom | $860 | $852 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $1,003 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,195 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,318 |
Wider area = Leake County, MS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $960 (39051) to $1,100 (39189).
Census figures for 39094 (2020–2024 average): median rent $911. Median household income $56,422. 15% of homes are rented. 0% 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 39094's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 39094Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lena, MS 39094?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lena, MS 39094, 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 Lena, MS 39094 have openings?
These lists for Lena, MS 39094 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 Lena, MS 39094?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lena, MS 39094. 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 Lena, MS 39094?
In Lena, MS 39094, 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 39094?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 39094 right now. 19 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 39094?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lena, MS 39094 (within about 18 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lena, MS 39094?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lena, MS 39094 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 Lena, MS 39094?
For many programs in Lena, MS 39094, 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 Lena, MS 39094?
There is no single waiting list for Lena, MS 39094. 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 Lena, MS 39094?
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 Lena, MS 39094?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lena, MS 39094, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lena, MS 39094 is $1,020 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 Lena, MS 39094?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lena, MS 39094. 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 Lena, MS 39094?
This page may still list buildings in Lena, MS 39094 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; 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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