James Creek Public Housing Washington, DC
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
James Creek is a Public Housing community in Washington, DC with 242 units reporting 81% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $571/month on average.
242
total units
81%
occupancy
$571
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 1344 Canal St SW, Washington, DC 20024 Map → |
| Average household income | $25,080/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,432/yr |
| People per unit | 2.2 |
| Moved in within last year | 9% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 81% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 92% |
| One-bedroom share | 15% |
How to apply at James Creek
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 1344 Canal St SW, Washington; 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 (~$571/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac Gardens Public Housing | Washington | 2 km |
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| Orchard Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 2.5 km |
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| Villages of Parklands LIHTC | Washington | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does James Creek have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at James Creek?
Residents report average rents near $571/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 James Creek?
Contact the management office at 1344 Canal St SW in Washington. 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.