Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Mc Rae, AR 72102
2 affordable buildings in 72102 · 20 more within 8 mi
Mc Rae, AR 72102 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing, 1 Section 8, and 1 senior. 20 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 72102
Mc Rae
106 3rd St Apt 407, Mc Rae, AR 72102
16 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of McRae
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No buildings in 72102 match this filter.
Nearby
Peaks at Searcy
900 Richsmith Ln, Searcy, AR 72143
5.6 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Villas of Searcy
5000 Richsmith Ln, Searcy, AR 72143
5.6 mi away
52 units · 51 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Pickwick Place Apts
1201 N Lemon St, Beebe, AR 72012
5.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Beebe
822 S Apple St, Beebe, AR 72012
5.7 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Beebe
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Country Square Apartments
605 Chrisp Ave, Searcy, AR 72143
8.3 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ridge at Searcy
2001 Quality Dr, Searcy, AR 72143
8.3 mi away
112 units · 102 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Redwood Complex
96 N Sawmill Rd, Searcy, AR 72143
8.3 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
White County Group Home
2 Mary Lou Dr., Searcy, AR 72143
8.4 mi away
17 units · 15 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Meadow Lake Apts Phase I
400 Meadow Lake Cir, Searcy, AR 72143
8.6 mi away
108 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Meadow Lake Apts Phase II
301 Meadow Lake Cir, Searcy, AR 72143
8.6 mi away
108 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Searcy
120 S Elm Ter, Searcy, AR 72143
8.7 mi away
120 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Searcy Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Searcy Apartments
801 North Pine, Searcy, AR 72143
9.3 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
East Market Street Apartments
1703 E Market Ave, Searcy, AR 72143
9.8 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Kay Goss Apartments
3202 E Moore Ave, Searcy, AR 72143
10.8 mi away
14 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Mills Center Apartments
3216 E Moore Ave, Searcy, AR 72143
10.8 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72102
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $910/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,400/yr
- Renters in 72102 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 60%
Income limits (2026)
White County, AR area · median family income $75,600. 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 | $26,500 | $42,350 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $34,050 | $54,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $37,800 | $60,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $40,850 | $65,350 |
| 6 | $43,850 | $43,850 | $70,200 |
| 7 | $46,900 | $46,900 | $75,050 |
| 8 | $49,900 | $49,900 | $79,900 |
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 | 72102 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $650 | $674 |
| 1 bedroom | $750 | $779 |
| 2 bedrooms | $910 | $948 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,238 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,246 |
Wider area = White County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72068) to $990 (72143).
Census figures for 72102 (2020–2024 average): median rent $687. Median household income $59,120. 15% of homes are rented. 60% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 12% 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 72102's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72102Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Mc Rae, AR 72102?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Mc Rae, AR 72102, 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102 have openings?
These lists for Mc Rae, AR 72102 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
Use the phone number on each building card in Mc Rae, AR 72102. 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
In Mc Rae, AR 72102, 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 72102?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Mc Rae, AR 72102. 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 72102?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Mc Rae, AR 72102 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Mc Rae, AR 72102?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mc Rae, AR 72102 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 $26,500, and $37,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($42,350 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
For many programs in Mc Rae, AR 72102, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,500 a year for 1 person and $37,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $42,350 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
There is no single waiting list for Mc Rae, AR 72102. 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
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 in Mc Rae, AR 72102. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Mc Rae, AR 72102?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mc Rae, AR 72102, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mc Rae, AR 72102 is $910 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Mc Rae, AR 72102. 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 Mc Rae, AR 72102?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Mc Rae, AR 72102. 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; 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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