Blackwell Senior Cottages Public Housing Richmond, VA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Blackwell Senior Cottages is a Public Housing community in Richmond, VA with 14 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
14
total units
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occupancy
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avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 408 E 16th St, Richmond, VA 23224 Map → |
How to apply at Blackwell Senior Cottages
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 408 E 16th St, Richmond; 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.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| American Tobacco Lofts Ii LIHTC | Richmond | 1.4 km |
| Mirage Manchester LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 1.4 km |
| American Tobacco Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 1.4 km |
| Jefferson Townhouses LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.8 km |
| Stonewall Public Housing | Richmond | 2.8 km |
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| Oliver LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Blackwell Senior Cottages have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Blackwell Senior Cottages?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Blackwell Senior Cottages?
Contact the management office at 408 E 16th St in Richmond. 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.