Alternative Housing, Inc. PB Section 8 Gainesville, FL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Alternative Housing, Inc. is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Gainesville, FL with 12 units reporting 92% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $401/month on average.
12
total units
92%
occupancy
$401
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1342 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,571/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,571/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 73% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Alternative Housing, Inc.
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 1342 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$401/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Alternative Housing, Inc. have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Alternative Housing, Inc.?
Residents report average rents near $401/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Alternative Housing, Inc.?
Contact the management office at 1342 NW 45th Ave in Gainesville. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.