How many low income apartments are in Amherst, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Amherst with approximately 116 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Amherst?

Most assisted households in Amherst pay roughly 30% of adjusted income toward rent under federal programs.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Amherst?

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.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Amherst?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Amherst County: about $1,033/mo for one-bedroom and $1,187/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Amherst, VA

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Amherst with roughly 116 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data.

assisted properties

116

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typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Amherst

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Amherst

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Amherst Village LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Rutledge Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Amherst Acres Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	10	—	—
Amherst Acres #2 LIHTC	5	—	—
Amherst Acres Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	5	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Amherst (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
Amherst Village LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Rutledge Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Amherst Acres Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	10	—	—
Amherst Acres Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	5	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Amherst

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
Amherst Acres #2 LIHTC	5	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Amherst County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Amherst County: studio $1,027, 1-BR $1,033, 2-BR $1,187, 3-BR $1,635, 4-BR $1,750.

Full FMR table for Amherst County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Amherst

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.