Jefferson City Housing Authority Public Housing Jefferson City, TN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Jefferson City Housing Authority is a Public Housing community in Jefferson City, TN with 198 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $446/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 19 months.
198
total units
96%
occupancy
$446
avg resident rent
19 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 540 Sycamore Ln Apt 172, Jefferson City, TN 37760 Map → |
| Average household income | $20,537/yr |
| Average personal income | $9,782/yr |
| People per unit | 2.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 13% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 55% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 85% |
| One-bedroom share | 47% |
How to apply at Jefferson City Housing Authority
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 540 Sycamore Ln Apt 172, Jefferson 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 (~$446/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Jefferson City
- Bradford Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
- Striplin Place Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avonlea Greene LIHTC | Talbott | 7.1 km |
| Twin Oaks Apartments PB Section 8 | Dandridge | 10.8 km |
← All subsidized housing in Jefferson City
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Jefferson City Housing Authority 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 Jefferson City Housing Authority?
Residents report average rents near $446/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 Jefferson City Housing Authority?
Contact the management office at 540 Sycamore Ln Apt 172 in Jefferson 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.