Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Louisville, KY 40202
26 affordable buildings in 40202 · 203 more within 5 mi
Louisville, KY 40202 has 26 income-restricted buildings: 16 tax credit, 7 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 1 senior. 203 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 40202
Dosker Manor
413 E Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40202
666 units
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Liberty Green III
445 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY 40202
146 units · 127 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Liberty Green Rental Phase I
519 E Jefferson St, Louisville, KY 40202
95 units · 94 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Liberty Green IV
301 S Clay St, Louisville, KY 40202
73 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
St. Francis
233 W Broadway Apt 611, Louisville, KY 40202
57 units · 10 income-restricted
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Liberty Green Rental Phase II
410 S Clay St, Louisville, KY 40202
42 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
The Friary
501 E Liberty St, Louisville, KY 40202
30 units · 24 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Wellspring Tonini FY09
636 to 646 South Shelby, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40202
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The JIM CAIN HOME
725 E Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40202
9 units · 8 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Liberty Green - fka Clarksdale I
East Jefferson, Louisville, KY 40202
148 units · 143 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Clarksdale Rental III
Marshall Street, Louisville, KY 40202
146 units · 120 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Clarksdale Rental II
East Liberty Street, Louisville, KY 40202
76 units · 67 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Clarksdale Rental IV
East Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202
73 units · 61 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Saint Martin Apartments
E. Gray St., Louisville, KY 40202
26 units · 21 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Jefferson Apartments I
W. Jefferson St., Louisville, KY 40202
21 units · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sixth and Oak Apartments
S. 6th St., Louisville, KY 40202
6 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 40202 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 203 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Russell Phase I, Ltd.
W. Jefferson St., Louisville, KY 40203
0.4 mi away
26 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Russell Redevelopment Phase II
W. Jefferson St., Louisville, KY 40203
0.4 mi away
28 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Avenue Plaza
400 S 8th St, Louisville, KY 40203
0.7 mi away
293 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Sheppard Rental ACD
432 E Jacob St, Louisville, KY 40203
0.7 mi away
129 units · 87 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
J O Blanton House
850 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40203
0.7 mi away
258 units · 206 income-restricted · 1 BR
Sheppard Rental B
722 S Hancock St, Louisville, KY 40203
0.8 mi away
60 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Sheppard PCC
760 S Hancock St Apt A21, Louisville, KY 40203
0.8 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Downtown Scholar House
920 S 1st St, Louisville, KY 40203
0.9 mi away
54 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Hope VI Scattered Sites
807 E Gray St, Louisville, KY 40204
0.9 mi away
372 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Henry Green Apartments
1005-a W Jefferson St, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40203
0.9 mi away
125 units · 124 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Sheppard Rental EF
744 S Clay St Apt 171, Louisville, KY 40203
0.9 mi away
66 units · 57 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Phoenix Hill Townhouses
926 E Madison St, Louisville, KY 40204
0.9 mi away
46 units · 45 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Wellspring Apts. I (SPECIALIZED HOUSING)
846 S Sixth St, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40203
0.9 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
City View Park
625 S. 10th Street, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40203
0.9 mi away
787 units · 1–4+ BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 40202
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $56,000/yr
- Renters in 40202 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 36%
Income limits (2026)
Louisville, KY-IN area · median family income $99,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,800 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 2 | $23,800 | $39,600 | $63,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,550 | $71,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,500 | $79,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,500 | $85,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,400 | $98,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $65,350 | $104,550 |
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 | 40202 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,070 | $976 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,160 | $1,058 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,276 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,790 | $1,629 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,060 | $1,874 |
Wider area = Louisville, KY-IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (40203) to $1,440 (40280).
Census figures for 40202 (2020–2024 average): median rent $958. Median household income $35,584. 88% of homes are rented. 36% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 7% 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 40202's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 40202Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Louisville, KY 40202?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40202, 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 Louisville, KY 40202 have openings?
These lists for Louisville, KY 40202 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
Use the phone number on each building card in Louisville, KY 40202. 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
In Louisville, KY 40202, 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 40202?
This directory lists 26 income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40202. 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 40202?
Yes — this page also lists 203 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Louisville, KY 40202 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Louisville, KY 40202?
Most income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40202 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 $34,650, and $49,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,450 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
For many programs in Louisville, KY 40202, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,650 a year for 1 person and $49,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,450 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
There is no single waiting list for Louisville, KY 40202. 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Louisville, KY 40202. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Louisville, KY 40202?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Louisville, KY 40202, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Louisville, KY 40202 is $1,400 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Louisville, KY 40202. 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 Louisville, KY 40202?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Louisville, KY 40202. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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