Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Seaford, DE

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Sussex 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 2023 in Seaford, DE.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Sussex County, DE$94,600Very Low Income (50%)$40,050$44,450$48,050$51,600$55,150
Extremely Low Income (30%)$24,860$30,000$35,140$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $64,000$71,100$76,800$82,500$88,200

HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Seaford, DE

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Seaford, DE. 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 Seaford, DE Sussex County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$733Estimated $219.90 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$964Estimated $289.20 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1289Estimated $386.70 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1515Estimated $454.50 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Seaford, DE

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.

Herring Ridge

701 Independence Drive
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 34
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Woodland Mills I

900 Woodland Mills Drive
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 66
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 66
Years In Service Since: 1997
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Williamsburg Manor

101 Independence Drive
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 26
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 26
Years In Service Since: 1999
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Woodland Mills Ii

900 Woodland Mills Drive
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 32
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 32
Years In Service Since: 1999
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Yorktowne Woods

101 Independence Drive
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 35
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 35
Years In Service Since: 2001
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Chandler Heights

1-b Chandler Heights
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 88
1 Bedroom apartments 32
2 Bedroom apartments 40
3 Bedroom apartments 16
Years In Service Since: 2006
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Seaford Meadows Preservation Apartments

122 Seaford Meadows
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 121
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 121
1 Bedroom apartments 40
2 Bedroom apartments 43
3 Bedroom apartments 38
Years In Service Since: 2006
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Seaford Apartments

600 Grayson Court
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 37
1 Bedroom apartments 12
2 Bedroom apartments 25
Years In Service Since: 2010
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Greenside Manor

504 Cypress Dr.
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 24
2 Bedroom apartments 15
Years In Service Since: 2011
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Hampton Circle

600 Hampton Circle
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 35
1 Bedroom apartments 31
2 Bedroom apartments 4
Years In Service Since: 2012
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Chandler Heights Ii

Clementine Court
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 28
Years In Service Since: 2016
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Meadowbridge Apartments

112 South Tull Drive
Seaford, DE - 19973
Total Apartment Units: 104
Years In Service Since: 2016
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Seaford, DE

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 Sussex 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.

Seaford Neighborhood

500 Harrington St
Seaford, DE - 19973
Phone:
Total Apartment Units: 5
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

Virginia Crest Village, Inc.

101 Independence Place
Seaford, DE - 19973
Phone: 302-628-0212
Total Apartment Units: 27
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

Seaford Meadows Apartment

122 Seaford Meadows Dr
Seaford, DE - 19973
Phone: 302-629-6416
Total Apartment Units: 120
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Chandler Heights

2 Chandler Street
Seaford, DE - 19973
Phone: 302-629-6522
Total Apartment Units: 88
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Meadowbridge Apartments

500 Findley Way Apt 101
Seaford, DE - 19973
Phone: 302-536-1325
Total Apartment Units: 98
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Chandler Heights Ii

2 Chandler St
Seaford, DE - 19973
Phone: 302-629-6522
Total Apartment Units: 5
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing


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 DE?

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.