Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Albany, OR 97321
5 affordable buildings in 97321 · 15 more within 9 mi
Albany, OR 97321 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit and 1 Section 8. 15 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 97321
Woodwind fka Woodland Square
1415 Salem Ave SE, Albany, OR 97321
54 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Denver Street Duplex
411 Denver St SE, Albany, OR 97321
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 97321 match this filter.
Nearby
Santiam Terrace
855 Chicago St SE, Albany, OR 97322
3.2 mi away
56 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
30th Pl Duplex
204 30th Pl SE, Albany, OR 97322
3.4 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Clayton Meadows Senior Apts
2080 Queen Ave SE, Albany, OR 97322
3.6 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lancaster Bridge Apts
3384 NE Oxford Cir, Corvallis, OR 97330
6 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Seavey Meadows 3
1101 NE Sorrel Pl, Corvallis, OR 97330
6.5 mi away
10 units · 2 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Hazel Court
549-1 E Hazel St, Jefferson, OR 97352
8 mi away
16 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Walnut Court
842 NE 2nd St, Corvallis, OR 97330
8.1 mi away
24 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Samaritan Village
285 NW 35th St, Corvallis, OR 97330
9.3 mi away
84 units · 82 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 97321
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,720/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $68,800/yr
- Renters in 97321 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Albany, OR area · median family income $97,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,800 | $34,600 | $55,350 |
| 2 | $23,750 | $39,550 | $63,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,500 | $71,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,400 | $79,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,400 | $85,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,350 | $91,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,300 | $98,050 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $65,250 | $104,350 |
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 | 97321 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,220 | $1,202 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,400 | $1,413 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,720 | $1,726 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,380 | $2,380 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,740 | $2,672 |
Wider area = Albany, OR. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,530 (97352) to $2,530 (97389).
Census figures for 97321 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,364. Median household income $99,416. 27% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 34% 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 97321's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 97321Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Albany, OR 97321?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Albany, OR 97321, 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 Albany, OR 97321 have openings?
These lists for Albany, OR 97321 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 Albany, OR 97321?
Use the phone number on each building card in Albany, OR 97321. 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 Albany, OR 97321?
In Albany, OR 97321, 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 97321?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Albany, OR 97321. 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 97321?
Yes — this page also lists 15 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Albany, OR 97321 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Albany, OR 97321?
Most income-restricted buildings in Albany, OR 97321 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 $34,600, and $49,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,350 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 Albany, OR 97321?
For many programs in Albany, OR 97321, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,600 a year for 1 person and $49,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,350 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 Albany, OR 97321?
There is no single waiting list for Albany, OR 97321. 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 Albany, OR 97321?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Albany, OR 97321. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Albany, OR 97321?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Albany, OR 97321, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Albany, OR 97321 is $1,720 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 Albany, OR 97321?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Albany, OR 97321. 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 Albany, OR 97321?
This page may still list buildings in Albany, OR 97321 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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