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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Bessemer, AL

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Jefferson County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Bessemer, AL.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Jefferson County, AL$94,400Very Low Income (50%)$33,050$37,800$42,500$47,200$51,000
Extremely Low Income (30%)$19,850$22,650$25,820$31,200$36,580
Low Income (80%) $52,850$60,400$67,950$75,500$81,550

Jefferson County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Jefferson County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Jefferson County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Bessemer Alabama Housing Authority

1515 Fairfax Avenue
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Jefferson County
Website: http://www.besha.org
Phone Number: (205) 481-4420

Jefferson County Housing Authority

3700 Industrial Parkway
Birmingham, AL - 35217
Jefferson County
Website: http://www.jcha.com
Phone Number: 205-849-6172

Fairfield Housing Authority

6704 Avenue D
Fairfield, AL - 35064
Jefferson County
Website: https://www.fairfield.ca.gov/gov/depts/cd/authority.asp
Phone Number: (205) 923-8017

Tarrant Housing Authority

624 Bell Avenue
Tarrant, AL - 35217
Jefferson County
Phone Number: (205) 841-2270

Housing Authority of the Birmingham District

1826 3rd Avenue S
Birmingham, AL - 35233
Jefferson County
Website: http://www.habd.org
Phone Number: (205) 521-0773

Leeds Housing Authority

1630 Moores Street
Leeds, AL - 35094
Jefferson County
Phone Number: (205) 699-6223

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Bessemer, AL

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Bessemer, AL. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Bessemer, AL Jefferson County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$983Estimated $294.90 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$1109Estimated $332.70 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1245Estimated $373.50 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1570Estimated $471.00 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Bessemer, AL

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Pepper Tree Apartments

Intersection Of Division Ave & Belview Rd
Bessemer, AL - 35023
Total Apartment Units: 50
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 50
2 Bedroom apartments 8
3 Bedroom apartments 42
Years In Service Since: 1993
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Roosevelt Manor Apartments

5812 Ellington St
Bessemer, AL - 35023
Total Apartment Units: 50
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 50
1 Bedroom apartments 50
Years In Service Since: 1994
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Flint Hill Pointe

600 Flint Hill Ln
Bessemer, AL - 35022
Total Apartment Units: 136
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 136
1 Bedroom apartments 20
2 Bedroom apartments 80
3 Bedroom apartments 36
Years In Service Since: 1996
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Oak Park Villas

2700 Oak Park Dr
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 18
2 Bedroom apartments 22
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Bessemer, AL

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Jefferson County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Cobb Hillside Homes

3394 Clarendon Avenue South
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: 2054814420
Total Apartment Units: 110
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Thompson Manor

1520 Exeter Ave
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: 205-481-4420
Total Apartment Units: 56
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Peppertree Apartments

28 Division St
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: (205) 425-0486
Total Apartment Units: 50
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Davis Heights & Asbury Howard Apts

624 22nd St.
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: 205-481-4420
Total Apartment Units: 198
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Vera House

1618 8th Ave N
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: (205) 426-6505
Total Apartment Units: 11
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Roosevelt Manor

5812 Ellington Street
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: 205-425-8339
Total Apartment Units: 50
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Pines Apts.

600 Crumpton Dr Sw
Bessemer, AL - 35023
Phone: 205-425-8472
Total Apartment Units: 100
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Jess Lanier Manor

1500 Exeter Av S
Bessemer, AL - 35020
Phone: (205) 481-4438
Total Apartment Units: 120
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized


About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in AL?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.