Colonial House Apartments PB Section 8 Cumberland City, TN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Colonial House Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Cumberland City, TN with 17 units reporting 76% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $314/month on average.
17
total units
76%
occupancy
$314
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 215 Thomas Ave, Cumberland City, TN 37050 Map → |
| Average household income | $12,891/yr |
| Average personal income | $8,820/yr |
| People per unit | 1.5 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 77% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 38% |
How to apply at Colonial House Apartments
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 215 Thomas Ave, Cumberland City; 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 (~$314/mo average here).
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Griffin Ridge Expansion Public Housing | Erin | 10.7 km |
| Shamrock Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Erin | 11.1 km |
← All subsidized housing in Cumberland City
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Colonial House Apartments 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 Colonial House Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $314/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 Colonial House Apartments?
Contact the management office at 215 Thomas Ave in Cumberland City. 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.