Coolavin Apts PB Section 8 Lexington, KY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Coolavin Apts is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Lexington, KY with 104 units reporting 87% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $300/month on average.
104
total units
87%
occupancy
$300
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 551 W Sixth St, Lexington, KY 40508 Map → |
| Average household income | $12,741/yr |
| Average personal income | $5,826/yr |
| People per unit | 2.2 |
| Moved in within last year | 34% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 88% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 15% |
How to apply at Coolavin Apts
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 551 W Sixth St, Lexington; 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 (~$300/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Homownership Public Housing | Lexington | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Coolavin Apts 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 Coolavin Apts?
Residents report average rents near $300/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 Coolavin Apts?
Contact the management office at 551 W Sixth St in Lexington. 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.