Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Alpena, AR 72611
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 72611 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Alpena, AR 72611. 22 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 14 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 72611
The 20 closest of 22 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Gardengate Apts.
107 West Third Street, Green Forest, AR 72638
9 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Eastview Apartments
109 Eastview Ct, Green Forest, AR 72638
9.3 mi away
26 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Big Cedar Apts
315 Industrial Park Rd, Harrison, AR 72601
9.6 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Big Cedar Apartments
315 N Industrial Park Rd, Harrison, AR 72601
9.8 mi away
44 units · 43 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cottonwood Heights Apartments
825 Cottonwood Rd, Harrison, AR 72601
11.1 mi away
64 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Autumn Villlage II
1503 Dawson Dr, Harrison, AR 72601
11.3 mi away
16 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mountain View Estates
1615 Maplewood Rd, Harrison, AR 72601
11.9 mi away
10 units · 9 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Maple Church Apts Phase I
1901 Mountain Valley Dr, Harrison, AR 72601
12 mi away
28 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Maple Church Apts.
1627 Mountain View Dr, Harrison, AR 72601
12 mi away
23 units · 2–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Maple Church Senior Citizen Apts
1611 Senior Pkwy Dr, Harrison, AR 72601
12.1 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Maple Esplanade Assisted Living
1480 Old Bergman Rd, Harrison, AR 72601
12.1 mi away
40 units · Studio
- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Famas Nu Way
803 E Ridge Ave, Harrison, AR 72601
12.3 mi away
20 units · 18 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72611
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,100/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,000/yr
- Renters in 72611 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 26%
Income limits (2026)
Carroll County, AR area · median family income $77,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,350 | $27,200 | $43,500 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $31,050 | $49,700 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $38,800 | $62,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $41,950 | $67,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 7 | $48,150 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 8 | $51,250 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
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 | 72611 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $700 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $768 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,100 | $1,005 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,199 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,409 |
Wider area = Carroll County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72601) to $1,060 (72638).
Census figures for 72611 (2020–2024 average): median rent $825. Median household income $42,361. 19% of homes are rented. 26% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 72611's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72611Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Alpena, AR 72611?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Alpena, AR 72611, 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 Alpena, AR 72611 have openings?
These lists for Alpena, AR 72611 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
Use the phone number on each building card in Alpena, AR 72611. 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
In Alpena, AR 72611, 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 72611?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 72611 right now. 22 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 72611?
Yes — this page also lists 22 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Alpena, AR 72611 (within about 14 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Alpena, AR 72611?
Most income-restricted buildings in Alpena, AR 72611 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 $27,200, and $38,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($43,500 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
For many programs in Alpena, AR 72611, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $27,200 a year for 1 person and $38,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $43,500 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
There is no single waiting list for Alpena, AR 72611. 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
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 Alpena, AR 72611?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Alpena, AR 72611, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Alpena, AR 72611 is $1,100 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Alpena, AR 72611. 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 Alpena, AR 72611?
This page may still list buildings in Alpena, AR 72611 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; 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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