How many low income apartments are in Altoona, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Altoona with approximately 177 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Altoona?

Tenant-paid rents in Altoona's assisted buildings typically range from about $365 to $365 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Altoona?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Altoona, AL

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Altoona with roughly 177 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $365 to $365 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

177

subsidized units

$365

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Altoona

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Altoona

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Snead Homes Public Housing	97	$365	7 mo
Pinecrest Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Chestnut Hill Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Southern Highland Apts LIHTC	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Altoona (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pinecrest Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Chestnut Hill Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Altoona

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Snead Homes Public Housing	97	$365	7 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Altoona

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Southern Highland Apts LIHTC	24	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Altoona

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.