Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Okolona, AR 71962
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 71962 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Okolona, AR 71962. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 71962
Gurdon
421 S 2nd St, Gurdon, AR 71743
15 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Gurdon
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Pine Ridge Apartments - Gurdon
1 Micah Ln, Gurdon, AR 71743
15.7 mi away
21 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Oaks Apts
3025 Twin Rivers Dr, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
16.5 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ouachita Village Apartments
11 Cypress Rd, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
16.6 mi away
72 units · 71 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Nevada County Group Home
678 Hatley Ave, Prescott, AR 71857
16.7 mi away
11 units · 8 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Pre Ark Housing
654 Hatley Ave, Prescott, AR 71857
16.7 mi away
12 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Powder Mill Manor
2801 Twin River Dr., Arkadelphia, AR 71923
16.7 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Club Manor Apartments
1016 Country Club Dr, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
16.8 mi away
21 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
North Terrace Addition
700 High Meadow St, Prescott, AR 71857
17 mi away
103 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Prescott
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Elliston Place
222 N 20th St, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
17.3 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 71962
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $940/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,600/yr
Income limits (2026)
Clark County, AR area · median family income $76,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,800 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $30,600 | $48,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $41,300 | $66,000 |
| 6 | $44,350 | $44,350 | $70,900 |
| 7 | $47,400 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 8 | $50,450 | $50,450 | $80,700 |
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 | 71962 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $700 | $711 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $716 |
| 2 bedrooms | $940 | $928 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,312 |
Wider area = Clark County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (71922) to $1,010 (71921).
Census figures for 71962 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $24,578 (uncertain estimate). 2% of homes are rented.
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 71962's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 71962Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Okolona, AR 71962?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Okolona, AR 71962, 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 Okolona, AR 71962 have openings?
These lists for Okolona, AR 71962 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
Use the phone number on each building card in Okolona, AR 71962. 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
In Okolona, AR 71962, 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 71962?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 71962 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Okolona, AR 71962?
Most income-restricted buildings in Okolona, AR 71962 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 $26,750, and $38,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($42,800 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
For many programs in Okolona, AR 71962, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,750 a year for 1 person and $38,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $42,800 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
There is no single waiting list for Okolona, AR 71962. 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
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 Okolona, AR 71962?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Okolona, AR 71962, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Okolona, AR 71962 is $940 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Okolona, AR 71962. 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 Okolona, AR 71962?
This page may still list buildings in Okolona, AR 71962 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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