Orchard Knob Apartments §202 Senior Chattanooga, TN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Orchard Knob Apartments is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Chattanooga, TN with 43 units reporting 93% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $395/month on average.
43
total units
93%
occupancy
$395
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 1627 E 5th St, Chattanooga, TN 37404 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,679/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,300/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 19% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 81% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Orchard Knob Apartments
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 1627 E 5th St, 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 (~$395/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
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|---|---|---|
| Dodson Avenue Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chattanooga | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Orchard Knob Apartments have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Orchard Knob Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $395/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 Orchard Knob Apartments?
Contact the management office at 1627 E 5th St 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.