Fairmount Apartments PB Section 8 Chattanooga, TN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Fairmount Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Chattanooga, TN with 18 units reporting 78% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $335/month on average.
18
total units
78%
occupancy
$335
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1151 Fairmount Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,305/yr |
| Average personal income | $4,665/yr |
| People per unit | 3.1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 87% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
How to apply at Fairmount 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 1151 Fairmount Ave, Chattanooga; 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 (~$335/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
| Hill City Rental LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chattanooga | 0.8 km |
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| Boynton Overlook LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chattanooga | 3.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Fairmount 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 Fairmount Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $335/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 Fairmount Apartments?
Contact the management office at 1151 Fairmount Ave in Chattanooga. 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.