Affordable & Low-Income Housing in West Helena, AR 72390
6 affordable buildings in 72390 · 13 more within 9 mi
West Helena, AR 72390 has 6 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 Section 8, and 1 usda rural. 13 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 72390
West Helena
317A Devilla, West Helena, AR 72390
244 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of West Helena
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Meadowbrook Park of West Helena
101 S Meadowbrook, West Helena, AR 72390
29 units · 28 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Southern Place Apts
R1201 Hwy 49, West Helena, AR 72390
20 units · 2–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 72390 match this filter.
Nearby
First Step Apartments
120 D Anna Pl, Helena, AR 72342
3.7 mi away
23 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Helena Scattered Sites I/Helena Housing Partn
Scattered Sites, Helena, AR 72342
5 mi away
20 units · 3 BR
Helena Scatters Sites/Helena Housing Partners
Scattered Sites, Helena, AR 72342
5 mi away
20 units · 3 BR
Helena Scattered Sites II/Helena Housing Part
Scattered Sites, Arkadelphia, AR 72342
5 mi away
20 units · 3 BR
Helena Scattered Sites/Helena Housing Partner
Scattered Sites, Helena, AR 72342
5 mi away
20 units · 3 BR
Helena Scattered Sitesii/Helena Housing Ptr.
Scattered Sites, Helena, AR 72342
5 mi away
20 units · 3 BR
Helena
210 Joe Brady Dr, Helena, AR 72342
5.4 mi away
236 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of West Helena
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Poplar Grove Rural Coop Housing
54 Phillips Road 113, Poplar Grove, AR 72374
10.2 mi away
18 units · 2–3 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lakeview Estates
107 Lakeview Estates, Lakeview, AR 72342
11.4 mi away
33 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Orchard Apartments
3218 Highway 42, Cherry Valley, AR 72352
59 mi away
21 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72390
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $910/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,400/yr
- Renters in 72390 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
Income limits (2026)
Phillips County, AR area · median family income $55,800. 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 | 72390 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $650 | $646 |
| 1 bedroom | $690 | $695 |
| 2 bedrooms | $910 | $909 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,259 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,367 |
Wider area = Phillips County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72369) to $980 (72374).
Census figures for 72390 (2020–2024 average): median rent $782. Median household income $38,294. 48% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 37% 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 72390's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72390Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in West Helena, AR 72390?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in West Helena, AR 72390, 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 West Helena, AR 72390 have openings?
These lists for West Helena, AR 72390 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
Use the phone number on each building card in West Helena, AR 72390. 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
In West Helena, AR 72390, 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 72390?
This directory lists 6 income-restricted buildings in West Helena, AR 72390. 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 72390?
Yes — this page also lists 13 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near West Helena, AR 72390 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in West Helena, AR 72390?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Helena, AR 72390 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
For many programs in West Helena, AR 72390, 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
There is no single waiting list for West Helena, AR 72390. 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
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 West Helena, AR 72390. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in West Helena, AR 72390?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Helena, AR 72390, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Helena, AR 72390 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in West Helena, AR 72390. 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 West Helena, AR 72390?
This page may still list buildings in West Helena, AR 72390 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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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