Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Louisville, KY 40210
25 affordable buildings in 40210 · 218 more within 5 mi
Louisville, KY 40210 has 25 income-restricted buildings: 14 tax credit, 3 public housing, 9 Section 8, and 6 senior. 218 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 40210
Parkway Pl
1516 S 12th St, Louisville, KY 40210
636 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Sheppard Square HOPE VI Replacements
1515 Cypress St, Louisville, KY 40210
159 units · 158 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
California Square I Apartments
1600 Garland Ave, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40210
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1 BR
Wilart Arms Apartments
1797 Wilart Ave, Shively, KY 40210
66 units · 40 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
St. William Apartments
1127 S 17th St, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40210
53 units · 52 income-restricted · 1 BR
Brandeis Apartments
925 S 26th St, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40210
50 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
California Square II Apartments
1681 Garland Avenue, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40210
48 units · 1–3 BR
WELLSPRING II dba AMITY APTS.
1782 Dixdale Ave, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40210
13 units · 12 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
2108 Hale Ave
2108 Hale Ave, Louisville, KY 40210
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 40210 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 218 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Wilart Arms Apartments
Wilart Drive, Louisville, KY 40216
0.3 mi away
66 units · 65 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
PARK DUVAL Phase IV
2964 Wilson Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
1.1 mi away
183 units · 134 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Park Duv All
2900 Dr William G Weathers Dr, Louisville, KY 40211
1.1 mi away
108 units · 78 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Parkland Grand Apts
3035 Grand Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
1.1 mi away
12 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Grand Court
3108 Grand Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
1.2 mi away
10 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
3027 Greenwood Ave
3027 Greenwood Ave, Louisville, KY 40211
1.2 mi away
22 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mullins-Roberts Apartments
3241 Young Avenue, Louisville, KY 40211
1.3 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Adams-Bodine Apartments
1810 Millers Lane, Shively, KY 40216
1.3 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Mt Lebanon Cedars of Lebanon
2223 W Magazine St, Louisville, KY 40211
1.4 mi away
71 units · 70 income-restricted · 1 BR
St Catherine Ct
1114 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40203
1.4 mi away
159 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Louisville Metro Housing Authority
Hillebrand House
1235 S 3rd St, Louisville-Jefferson County, KY 40203
1.5 mi away
240 units · 164 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 40210
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,130/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,200/yr
- Renters in 40210 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
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 | 40210 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $976 |
| 1 bedroom | $940 | $1,058 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,276 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,629 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,874 |
Wider area = Louisville, KY-IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (40203) to $1,440 (40206).
Census figures for 40210 (2020–2024 average): median rent $848. Median household income $35,347. 56% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 40210's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 40210Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Louisville, KY 40210?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40210, 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 40210 have openings?
These lists for Louisville, KY 40210 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 40210?
Use the phone number on each building card in Louisville, KY 40210. 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 40210?
In Louisville, KY 40210, 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 40210?
This directory lists 25 income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40210. 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 40210?
Yes — this page also lists 218 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Louisville, KY 40210 (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 40210?
Most income-restricted buildings in Louisville, KY 40210 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 40210?
For many programs in Louisville, KY 40210, 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 40210?
There is no single waiting list for Louisville, KY 40210. 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 40210?
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 40210. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Louisville, KY 40210?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Louisville, KY 40210, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Louisville, KY 40210 is $1,130 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 40210?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Louisville, KY 40210. 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 40210?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Louisville, KY 40210. 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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