Capital Quarters Public Housing Washington, DC
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Capital Quarters is a Public Housing community in Washington, DC with 86 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $580/month on average.
86
total units
97%
occupancy
$580
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 K St SE, Washington, DC 20003 Map → |
| Average household income | $23,864/yr |
| Average personal income | $8,557/yr |
| People per unit | 2.8 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 80% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 94% |
How to apply at Capital Quarters
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 401 K St SE, Washington; 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 (~$580/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac Gardens Public Housing | Washington | 0.8 km |
| The Arris Workforce LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 0.8 km |
| James Creek Public Housing | Washington | 1.4 km |
| Orchard Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 2 km |
| Judiciary House Public Housing | Washington | 2.2 km |
| Sibley Plaza Public Housing | Washington | 2.4 km |
| Plaza West Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 2.8 km |
| Carver Terrace LIHTC | Washington | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Capital Quarters 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 Capital Quarters?
Residents report average rents near $580/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 Capital Quarters?
Contact the management office at 401 K St SE in Washington. 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.