Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Mount Rainier, MD

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Prince Georges 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 Mount Rainier, MD.

Prince Georges County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Prince Georges 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 Prince Georges 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.

Glenarden Housing Authority

8639 Glenarden Parkway
Glenarden, MD - 20706
Prince Georges County
Website: https://cityofglenarden.org/
Phone Number: (301)772-0880

College Park Housing Authority

9014 Rhode Island Avenue
College Park, MD - 20740
Prince Georges County
Website: http://www.collegeparkmd.gov/
Phone Number: (301) 345-3600

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Mount Rainier, MD

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Mount Rainier, MD. 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 Mount Rainier, MD Prince Georges County

Available LIHTC Properties In Mount Rainier, MD

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.

Mount Rainier Artist Lofts

3311 Rhode Island Ave
Mount Rainier, MD - 20712
Total Apartment Units: 39

Mt Rainier Artists Lofts

3300 Rhode Island Ave
Mount Rainier, MD - 20712
Total Apartment Units: 44
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 44
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES

Queens Manor Apartments

4615 27th St
Mount Rainier, MD - 20712
Total Apartment Units: 331
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 331
1 Bedroom apartments 166
2 Bedroom apartments 148
3 Bedroom apartments 17
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES

Rainier Manor

3001 Queens Chapel Rd
Mount Rainier, MD - 20712
Total Apartment Units: 100
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 100
Years In Service Since: 2011

HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Mount Rainier, MD

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 Prince Georges 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.

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