Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Martinsburg, WV

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Berkeley 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 Martinsburg, WV.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Berkeley County, WV$90,300Very Low Income (50%)$34,300$38,100$41,150$44,200$47,250
Extremely Low Income (30%)$24,860$30,000$35,140$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $54,900$60,950$65,850$70,750$75,600

Berkeley County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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.

Martinsburg Housing Authority

703 S Porter Avenue
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Berkeley County
Website: http://www.wvaha.org/agencies.htm
Phone Number: (304) 263-8891

HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Martinsburg, WV

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Martinsburg, WV. 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 Martinsburg, WV Berkeley County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$788Estimated $236.40 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$991Estimated $297.30 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1301Estimated $390.30 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1696Estimated $508.80 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Martinsburg, WV

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.

Lindsey Terrace Apartments

11 Advantage Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 8
2 Bedroom apartments 32
Years In Service Since: 1992

Wesley Village Apartments

75 Jennings Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 36
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 36
1 Bedroom apartments 36
Years In Service Since: 1992

Woodbury Corners Apartments

200 Woodbury Ave
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 48
Years In Service Since: 1992

High Street

621 N High St
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 2
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 2
3 Bedroom apartments 2
Years In Service Since: 1995

Cottages Of Martinsburg

17 Cottage Rd
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 120
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 120
2 Bedroom apartments 60
3 Bedroom apartments 60
Years In Service Since: 1997

Martins Landing Phase I

2101 Martins Landing Cir
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Total Apartment Units: 164
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 164
2 Bedroom apartments 82
3 Bedroom apartments 82
Years In Service Since: 1997

Polo Greene Town Homes

10 Worthy Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Total Apartment Units: 64
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 64
2 Bedroom apartments 32
3 Bedroom apartments 32
Years In Service Since: 1998

Roberts Gardens

406 Roberts Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25405
Total Apartment Units: 64
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 64
1 Bedroom apartments 21
2 Bedroom apartments 43
Years In Service Since: 1998

Timberleaf Estates

203 Timberleaf Ln
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Total Apartment Units: 54
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 54
4 Bedroom apartments 54
Years In Service Since: 1998

Berkeley Square Apartments

154 Jennings Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 64
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 64
1 Bedroom apartments 64
Years In Service Since: 1999

Washington Mews

216 Forbes Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 50
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 50
1 Bedroom apartments 45
2 Bedroom apartments 5
Years In Service Since: 1999

Joshua Gardens Apartments

214 Joshua Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25404
Total Apartment Units: 46
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 46
1 Bedroom apartments 16
2 Bedroom apartments 30
Years In Service Since: 2002
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Capital Heights

49 59 Capital Dr
Martinsburg, WV - 25405
Total Apartment Units: 109
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 109
1 Bedroom apartments 10
2 Bedroom apartments 51
3 Bedroom apartments 48
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES

Senior Towers Apartments

200 E Stephen St
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Total Apartment Units: 93
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 93
1 Bedroom apartments 93
Years In Service Since: 2011
Senior Apartments: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Martinsburg, WV

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 Berkeley 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.

Senior Towers

200 E Stephen St
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304 263-0158
Total Apartment Units: 94
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Kings Daughters Court

116 E King St
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304-263-3325
Total Apartment Units: 80
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.

Hoffmaster Houses

290 Lutz Ave
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304-263-8954
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

Franklin Manor

700 W Burke St
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304-263-2300
Total Apartment Units: 48
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Nar Roberts, Jr.

91 Tavern Road
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304-263-8954 ext. 137
Total Apartment Units: 24
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

Capital Heights Townhouses

101 Boarman Pl
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304-263-1801
Total Apartment Units: 110
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Oak Tree Village

318 Garden Drive
Martinsburg, WV - 25401
Phone: 304-263-8854
Total Apartment Units: 132
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 WV?

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.