Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Jefferson, AR 72079
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 72079 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Jefferson, AR 72079. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 72079
Heritage Manor of Sheridan
407 S Rose St, Sheridan, AR 72150
13.4 mi away
16 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Piney Woods Apartments
2301 Woodgate Dr., Pine Bluff, AR 71601
13.7 mi away
192 units · 76 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Cottages of Otter Creek
1 Quail Creek Cir, Little Rock, AR 72210
15.6 mi away
96 units · 76 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Chestnut Street Housing Development
800 S Chestnut St, Pine Bluff, AR 71601
15.8 mi away
20 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
St. John Alexander Tower
2202 W 22nd Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
15.9 mi away
154 units · 153 income-restricted · 1 BR
Parkview Apts - Pine Bluff
300 W 13th Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71601
16.1 mi away
31 units · Studio–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Heritage Manors of Southeast Arkansas
3217 Old Warren Rd # B, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
16.3 mi away
124 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
England
140 Benafield Dr, England, AR 72046
16.4 mi away
121 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of England
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Broadmoor Arms Apts
801 S Wisconsin St, Pine Bluff, AR 71601
16.7 mi away
70 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72079
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Jefferson County, AR area · median family income $67,900. 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 | $24,900 | $39,850 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $28,450 | $45,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $32,000 | $51,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $35,550 | $56,900 |
| 5 | $38,400 | $38,400 | $61,500 |
| 6 | $41,250 | $41,250 | $66,050 |
| 7 | $44,100 | $44,100 | $70,600 |
| 8 | $46,950 | $46,950 | $75,150 |
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 | 72079 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $782 |
| 1 bedroom | $870 | $787 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $955 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,239 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,450 | $1,266 |
Wider area = Jefferson County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (72182) to $1,120 (72132).
Census figures for 72079 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $69,479 (uncertain estimate). 6% 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 72079's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72079Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Jefferson, AR 72079?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Jefferson, AR 72079, 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 Jefferson, AR 72079 have openings?
These lists for Jefferson, AR 72079 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
Use the phone number on each building card in Jefferson, AR 72079. 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
In Jefferson, AR 72079, 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 72079?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 72079 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Jefferson, AR 72079?
Most income-restricted buildings in Jefferson, AR 72079 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 $24,900, and $35,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($39,850 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
For many programs in Jefferson, AR 72079, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $24,900 a year for 1 person and $35,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $39,850 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
There is no single waiting list for Jefferson, AR 72079. 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Jefferson, AR 72079, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Jefferson, AR 72079 is $1,030 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Jefferson, AR 72079. 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 Jefferson, AR 72079?
This page may still list buildings in Jefferson, AR 72079 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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