W Street Apartments PB Section 8 Washington, DC
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
W Street Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Washington, DC with 18 units reporting 83% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $259/month on average.
18
total units
83%
occupancy
$259
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1737 W St SE, Washington, DC 20020 Map → |
| Average household income | $10,736/yr |
| Average personal income | $5,781/yr |
| People per unit | 1.9 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 100% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 7% |
How to apply at W Street Apartments
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 1737 W St SE, 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 (~$259/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Villages of Parklands LIHTC | Washington | 1.1 km |
| Orchard Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 1.1 km |
| Woodland Terrace Public Housing | Washington | 1.4 km |
| Skyline Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 1.4 km |
| Parkway Overlook LIHTC | Washington | 1.4 km |
| Shipley Park Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Washington | 1.4 km |
| Rockburne Estates LIHTC | Washington | 1.4 km |
| Villages of Parklands LIHTC | Washington | 2.2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does W Street Apartments 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 W Street Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $259/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 W Street Apartments?
Contact the management office at 1737 W St SE 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.