Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Reston, VA

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Fairfax 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 Reston, VA.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Fairfax County, VA$152,100Very Low Income (50%)$67,850$75,350$81,400$87,450$93,450
Extremely Low Income (30%)$40,700$45,200$48,850$52,450$56,050
Low Income (80%) $85,800$95,300$102,950$110,550$118,200

HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Reston, VA

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Reston, VA. 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 Reston, VA Fairfax County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$1567Estimated $470.10 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$1785Estimated $535.50 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$2260Estimated $678.00 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$2713Estimated $813.90 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Reston, VA

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.

Stonegate Village

2244 Stone Wheel Dr
Reston, VA - 20191
Total Apartment Units: 240
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 240
1 Bedroom apartments 40
2 Bedroom apartments 85
3 Bedroom apartments 80
4 Bedroom apartments 35
Years In Service Since: 1993
Family Apartments: YES

Apartments At North Point

11695 N Point Ct
Reston, VA - 20194
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 12
2 Bedroom apartments 24
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 1998
Family Apartments: YES

The Green

12465 Glade Dr
Reston, VA - 22096
Total Apartment Units: 74
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 74
2 Bedroom apartments 35
3 Bedroom apartments 25
4 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 1999
Family Apartments: YES

Island Walk

1701 Torrey Pines Ct
Reston, VA - 20190
Total Apartment Units: 102
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 102
2 Bedroom apartments 58
3 Bedroom apartments 30
4 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 2006
Family Apartments: YES

Cedar Ridge

1604 Becontree Ln
Reston, VA - 20190
Total Apartment Units: 194
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 194
Years In Service Since: 2008
Family Apartments: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Reston, VA

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 Fairfax 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.

Hunters Woods Fellowship House

2231 Colts Neck Rd
Reston, VA - 20191
Phone: 703-620-4450
Total Apartment Units: 224
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Stonegate Village Apartments

2244 Stonewheel Drive
Reston, VA - 20191
Phone: (703) 620-0203
Total Apartment Units: 240
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Island Walk Cooperative

1701 Torrey Pines Ct
Reston, VA - 22090
Phone: 703.471.4422
Total Apartment Units: 102
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Lake Anne Fellowship House I

11450 N Shore Dr
Reston, VA - 22090
Phone: 703-471-6474
Total Apartment Units: 140
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously 202/81

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.

Lake Anne Fellowship House Ii

11450 North Shore Drive
Reston, VA - 22090
Phone: 703-471-6474
Total Apartment Units: 100
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Cedar Ridge Apts

1601 Becontree Ln
Reston, VA - 20190
Phone: 703-471-1929
Total Apartment Units: 198
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 VA?

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.