Wash Ter-t.v. James Ter Public Housing Columbus, MS
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Wash Ter-t.v. James Ter is a Public Housing community in Columbus, MS with 379 units reporting 93% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $374/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 3 months.
379
total units
93%
occupancy
$374
avg resident rent
3 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 502 15th Ave S, Columbus, MS 39701 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,338/yr |
| Average personal income | $7,457/yr |
| People per unit | 2.2 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 74% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 93% |
| One-bedroom share | 19% |
How to apply at Wash Ter-t.v. James Ter
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 502 15th Ave S, Columbus; 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 (~$374/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8 | Columbus | 1.4 km |
| Trinity Terrace PB Section 8 | Columbus | 4.3 km |
| Gateway Commons §202 Senior | Columbus | 4.8 km |
| Providence Two LIHTCPB Section 8 | Columbus | 5 km |
| Providence Place LIHTCPB Section 8 | Columbus | 5 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Wash Ter-t.v. James Ter 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 Wash Ter-t.v. James Ter?
Residents report average rents near $374/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 Wash Ter-t.v. James Ter?
Contact the management office at 502 15th Ave S in Columbus. 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.