Smith Manor PB Section 8 Matewan, WV
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Smith Manor is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Matewan, WV with 100 units reporting 92% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $307/month on average.
100
total units
92%
occupancy
$307
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Average household income | $12,808/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,416/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 20% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 73% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 99% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Smith Manor
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; 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 (~$307/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Matewan
- Gw Hatfield Building LIHTC
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackberry/mccarr §202 Senior | Mccarr | 7.4 km |
| Creekwood Ltd. PB Section 8 | Newtown | 7.6 km |
| Tug Fork Apts PB Section 8 | Turkey Creek | 9 km |
← All subsidized housing in Matewan
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Smith Manor 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 Smith Manor?
Residents report average rents near $307/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 Smith Manor?
Contact the management office in Matewan. 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.