Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Pelsor, AR 72856
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 72856 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Pelsor, AR 72856. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 72856
Heritage Place Apts
100 Heritage Ln, Marshall, AR 72650
17.3 mi away
31 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Valley View Apts
501 W South St, Jasper, AR 72641
17.9 mi away
22 units · 1 BR
- 11 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Buffalo River Villas
201 W Church St, Jasper, AR 72641
18 mi away
12 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
River Bend Apts.
609 W Court St, Jasper, AR 72641
18 mi away
30 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Grandview Apts
202 E Church St, Jasper, AR 72641
18 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Western Grove Villa
200 Shamrock Ln, Western Grove, AR 72685
23.6 mi away
26 units · 1–3 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Heritage Place Apts
110 School St, Marshall, AR 72650
24.4 mi away
31 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Marshall Manor
203 W Main St, Marshall, AR 72650
25.7 mi away
27 units · 1–2 BR
- 22 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Briarwood I Apts
210 Hazel St, Marshall, AR 72650
25.7 mi away
49 units · 1–3 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Dover
200 Davis St, Dover, AR 72837
25.8 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Dover
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Briarwood Apts II
1 Hazel St, Marshall, AR 72636
26.3 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 72856
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $920/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Newton County, AR area · median family income $65,300. 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 | 72856 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $650 | $645 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $835 |
| 2 bedrooms | $920 | $909 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,083 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,519 |
Wider area = Newton County, AR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $910 (72655) to $960 (72686).
Census figures for 72856 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $47,284 (uncertain estimate). 27% 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 72856's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 72856Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Pelsor, AR 72856?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Pelsor, AR 72856, 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 Pelsor, AR 72856 have openings?
These lists for Pelsor, AR 72856 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
Use the phone number on each building card in Pelsor, AR 72856. 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
In Pelsor, AR 72856, 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 72856?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 72856 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Pelsor, AR 72856?
Most income-restricted buildings in Pelsor, AR 72856 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
For many programs in Pelsor, AR 72856, 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
There is no single waiting list for Pelsor, AR 72856. 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Pelsor, AR 72856, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Pelsor, AR 72856 is $920 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Pelsor, AR 72856. 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 Pelsor, AR 72856?
This page may still list buildings in Pelsor, AR 72856 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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