Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Charlottesville, VA

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Albemarle 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 Charlottesville, VA.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Albemarle County, VA$123,300Very Low Income (50%)$49,950$55,500$59,950$64,400$68,850
Extremely Low Income (30%)$30,000$33,300$36,000$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $79,950$88,800$95,950$103,050$110,150

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

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville, VA Albemarle County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$1063Estimated $318.90 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$1264Estimated $379.20 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1562Estimated $468.60 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1959Estimated $587.70 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Charlottesville, 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.

1316 Early St

1316 Early St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 6
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 6
Years In Service Since: 1988

Wilton Farm

1430 Wilton Farm Rd
Charlottesville, VA - 22911
Total Apartment Units: 144
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 144
2 Bedroom apartments 79
3 Bedroom apartments 54
4 Bedroom apartments 11
Years In Service Since: 1992
Family Apartments: YES

221 Ninth Street S W

221 Ninth St Sw
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Total Apartment Units: 1
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 1
3 Bedroom apartments 1
Years In Service Since: 1994
Family Apartments: YES

Rio Hill

1612 Rio Hill Dr
Charlottesville, VA - 22901
Total Apartment Units: 139
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 139
2 Bedroom apartments 103
3 Bedroom apartments 36
Years In Service Since: 1995
Family Apartments: YES

Hearthwood Apartments

2111 Michie Dr
Charlottesville, VA - 22901
Total Apartment Units: 200
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 200
1 Bedroom apartments 39
2 Bedroom apartments 100
3 Bedroom apartments 20
Years In Service Since: 1997
Family Apartments: YES

Mallside Forest

816 Mallside Forest Ct
Charlottesville, VA - 22901
Total Apartment Units: 160
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 160
1 Bedroom apartments 32
2 Bedroom apartments 68
3 Bedroom apartments 60
Years In Service Since: 1999
Family Apartments: YES

Woods Edge (albemarle County)

829 Mallside Forest Ct
Charlottesville, VA - 22901
Total Apartment Units: 97
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 97
1 Bedroom apartments 77
2 Bedroom apartments 20
Years In Service Since: 2002
Senior Apartments: YES

Friendship Court

418 Garrett St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 150
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 150
2 Bedroom apartments 80
3 Bedroom apartments 54
4 Bedroom apartments 16
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES

Park View At South Pantops

210 S Pantops Dr
Charlottesville, VA - 22911
Total Apartment Units: 90
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 90
1 Bedroom apartments 54
2 Bedroom apartments 36
Years In Service Since: 2007
Senior Apartments: YES

Mews On Little High Street

1111 Little High St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
Years In Service Since: 2008
Disabled Apartments: YES

Virnita Court

800 Rose Hill Dr
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Total Apartment Units: 16
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 16
Years In Service Since: 2008
Family Apartments: YES

Monticello Vista

1400 Monticello Rd
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 50
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 50
1 Bedroom apartments 16
2 Bedroom apartments 8
3 Bedroom apartments 6
Years In Service Since: 2010
Disabled Apartments: YES

Crossings At Fourth & Pre

401 Fourth St Nw
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Total Apartment Units: 60
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 60
Years In Service Since: 2012
Senior Apartments: YES

Short 18th Street

1412 Short 18th St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 12
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 12
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 2012
Disabled Apartments: YES

Treesdale Park

1410 Treesdale Park Ln
Charlottesville, VA - 22901
Total Apartment Units: 88
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 88
2 Bedroom apartments 64
3 Bedroom apartments 24
Years In Service Since: 2012
Family Apartments: YES

Blue Ridge Commons

746 Prospect Ave
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Total Apartment Units: 202
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 202
Years In Service Since: 2014
Family Apartments: YES

Timberlake Place

1512 E Market St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 27
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 27
Years In Service Since: 2014
Senior Apartments: YES

Carlton Views I

1337 Carlton Avenue
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Total Apartment Units: 54
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 54
1 Bedroom apartments 35
2 Bedroom apartments 15
3 Bedroom apartments 4
Years In Service Since: 2017
Disabled Apartments: YES

Timberland Park

Old Lynchburg Road
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Total Apartment Units: 80
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 80
2 Bedroom apartments 24
3 Bedroom apartments 56
Years In Service Since: 2018
Family Apartments: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Charlottesville, 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 Albemarle 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.

Carlton Avenue Group Ho

1212 Carlton Avenue
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Phone: 434-978-2007
Total Apartment Units: 4
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

Spruce Street Group Home

309 Spruce Street
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Phone: 434-971-2525
Total Apartment Units: 4
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

Grady Avenue Group Home

1012 Grady Avenue
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Phone: 434-996-8425
Total Apartment Units: 4
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

Monticello Manor

402 Monticello Road
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Phone: 434 -971-2525
Total Apartment Units: 4
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

Wiseman House

222 Shamrock Rd
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Phone: 434 295-5973
Total Apartment Units: 7
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

Midway Manor

100 Ridge St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Phone: 434 971-6770
Total Apartment Units: 98
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Friendship Court

418 Garrett St.
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Phone: 434-295-8005
Total Apartment Units: 150
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Ephphatha Village

1014 Ridge St
Charlottesville, VA - 22902
Phone: 434-295-3094
Total Apartment Units: 14
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

Blue Ridge Commons

736 Prospect Ave
Charlottesville, VA - 22903
Phone: 434 295-3094
Total Apartment Units: 202
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure


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.