Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Saint Charles, AR 72140
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 72140 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Saint Charles, AR 72140. 8 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 72140
Dewitt
506 Oakland, De Witt, AR 72042
10.5 mi away
116 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stuttgart Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenwalk of Dewitt
1509 South Harrison, Dewitt, AR 72042
11.3 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Holly Grove Manor
408 Spruce St, Holly Grove, AR 72069
15 mi away
25 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Holly Grove Manor
469 Spruce St, Holly Grove, AR 72069
15.1 mi away
49 units · 24 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Cottonwood Apts
1043 Branch Rd, Holly Grove, AR 72069
15.4 mi away
25 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Holly Grove Apts
504 Pine St, Holly Grove, AR 72069
43.6 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72140
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Arkansas County, AR area · median family income $70,700. 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 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $29,400 | $47,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $33,050 | $52,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $36,700 | $58,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $39,650 | $63,400 |
| 6 | $42,600 | $42,600 | $68,100 |
| 7 | $45,550 | $45,550 | $72,800 |
| 8 | $48,450 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
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 | 72140 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $660 | $670 |
| 1 bedroom | $720 | $737 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $942 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,160 | $1,181 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,575 |
Wider area = Arkansas County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72042) to $1,140 (72069).
Census figures for 72140 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $49,583 (uncertain estimate). 9% 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 72140's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72140Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Saint Charles, AR 72140?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Saint Charles, AR 72140, 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140 have openings?
These lists for Saint Charles, AR 72140 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
Use the phone number on each building card in Saint Charles, AR 72140. 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
In Saint Charles, AR 72140, 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 72140?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 72140 right now. 8 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 72140?
Yes — this page also lists 8 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Saint Charles, AR 72140 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Saint Charles, AR 72140?
Most income-restricted buildings in Saint Charles, AR 72140 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 $25,700, and $36,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($41,100 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
For many programs in Saint Charles, AR 72140, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $25,700 a year for 1 person and $36,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $41,100 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
There is no single waiting list for Saint Charles, AR 72140. 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Saint Charles, AR 72140, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Saint Charles, AR 72140 is $930 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Saint Charles, AR 72140. 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 Saint Charles, AR 72140?
This page may still list buildings in Saint Charles, AR 72140 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 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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