George Mason Square PB Section 8 Richmond, VA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
George Mason Square is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Richmond, VA with 26 units reporting 88% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $421/month on average.
26
total units
88%
occupancy
$421
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1402 Jennie Scher Rd, Richmond, VA 23231 Map → |
| Average household income | $17,946/yr |
| Average personal income | $7,449/yr |
| People per unit | 2.4 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 82% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
How to apply at George Mason Square
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 1402 Jennie Scher Rd, Richmond; 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 (~$421/mo average here).
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- Mosby Ct Public Housing
- Fairfield Ct Public Housing
- Whitcomb Ct Public Housing
- Hillside Ct Public Housing
- Oakhurst Manor LIHTCPB Section 8
- Creighton Ct Public Housing
- Lincoln Manor LIHTC
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Henrico Arms Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 1.4 km |
| Hilltop North Apts LIHTC | Richmond | 1.4 km |
| Williamsburg Village LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 1.4 km |
| Church Hill/fairmount House LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.4 km |
| Church Hill PB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.4 km |
| Glenns at Millers Lane LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.5 km |
| Jefferson Townhouses LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.8 km |
| Oliver Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8 | Richmond | 2.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does George Mason Square 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 George Mason Square?
Residents report average rents near $421/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 George Mason Square?
Contact the management office at 1402 Jennie Scher Rd in Richmond. 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.