Ridgecrest at Richfield PB Section 8 Salem, VA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Ridgecrest at Richfield is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Salem, VA with 106 units reporting 92% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $479/month on average.
106
total units
92%
occupancy
$479
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 3720 Knollridge Rd, Salem, VA 24153 Map → |
| Average household income | $21,688/yr |
| Average personal income | $21,086/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 19% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 38% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 90% |
| One-bedroom share | 95% |
How to apply at Ridgecrest at Richfield
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 3720 Knollridge Rd, Salem; 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 (~$479/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Salem
- Mt Regis Village LIHTC
- Oak Park LIHTCPB Section 8
- Salem Commons LIHTCPB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairington of Roanoke PB Section 8 | Roanoke | 9 km |
| Stratford Village PB Section 8 | Roanoke | 10.1 km |
| Lee-hy Manor Apts PB Section 8 | Roanoke | 10.1 km |
| Villages at Garst Creek LIHTCPB Section 8 | Roanoke | 11 km |
← All subsidized housing in Salem
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Ridgecrest at Richfield 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 Ridgecrest at Richfield?
Residents report average rents near $479/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 Ridgecrest at Richfield?
Contact the management office at 3720 Knollridge Rd in Salem. 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.