Claridge House PB Section 8 Arlington, VA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Claridge House is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Arlington, VA with 300 units reporting 99% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $342/month on average.
300
total units
99%
occupancy
$342
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1500 S Fern St, Arlington, VA 22202 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,652/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,506/yr |
| People per unit | 1.2 |
| Moved in within last year | 5% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 97% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Claridge House
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 1500 S Fern St, Arlington; 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 (~$342/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Quebec LIHTCPB Section 8 | Arlington | 3.4 km |
| Union on Queen LIHTC | Arlington | 3.7 km |
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| Syphax Gardens Public Housing | Washington | 4.3 km |
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| Capitol Park Plaza and Twins LIHTC | Washington | 4.8 km |
| Greenleaf Gardens Public Housing | Washington | 4.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Claridge House 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 Claridge House?
Residents report average rents near $342/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 Claridge House?
Contact the management office at 1500 S Fern St in Arlington. 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.