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Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Midway, AR 72651

No income-restricted buildings are listed in 72651 — here are the closest ones.

No income-restricted buildings are listed in Midway, AR 72651. 27 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 7 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

Closest to 72651

The 20 closest of 27 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.

Rents and income limits in 72651

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,160/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$46,400/yr
Renters in 72651 paying 30% or more of income on rent
57%

Income limits (2026)

Baxter County, AR area · median family income $69,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely 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.

Size72651Wider area
Studio$880$756
1 bedroom$890$761
2 bedrooms$1,160$995
3 bedrooms$1,520$1,303
4 bedrooms$1,520$1,308

Wider area = Baxter County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72642) to $1,010 (72653).

Census figures for 72651 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,044. Median household income $30,000 (uncertain estimate). 28% of homes are rented. 57% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 57% 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 72651's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72651

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Midway, AR 72651?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Midway, AR 72651, 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 Midway, AR 72651 have openings?

These lists for Midway, AR 72651 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 Midway, AR 72651?

Use the phone number on each building card in Midway, AR 72651. 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 Midway, AR 72651?

In Midway, AR 72651, 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 72651?

No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 72651 right now. 27 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.

Is there affordable housing near 72651?

Yes — this page also lists 27 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Midway, AR 72651 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Midway, AR 72651?

Most income-restricted buildings in Midway, AR 72651 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 Midway, AR 72651?

For many programs in Midway, AR 72651, 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 Midway, AR 72651?

There is no single waiting list for Midway, AR 72651. 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 Midway, AR 72651?

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 Midway, AR 72651?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Midway, AR 72651, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Midway, AR 72651 is $1,160 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 Midway, AR 72651?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Midway, AR 72651. 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 Midway, AR 72651?

This page may still list buildings in Midway, AR 72651 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; 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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