How many low income apartments are in Anniston, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Anniston with approximately 797 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Anniston?

Tenant-paid rents in Anniston's assisted buildings typically range from about $225 to $423 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 Anniston?

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 Anniston, AL

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Anniston with roughly 797 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $225 to $423 per month. Median reported wait: about 12 months.

assisted properties

797

subsidized units

$324

typical rent

12 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Anniston

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Anniston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Constantine Homes Public Housing	195	$225	12 mo
Cooper Homes Public Housing	123	$257	—
Glenaddie Homes Public Housing	100	$314	—
Westminster Apts PB Section 8	100	$421	—
Wesley Apts PB Section 8	68	$343	—
Southern Ridge Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Wesley Park LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Cedars Green Apts PB Section 8	50	$313	—
Casey Estates §202 Senior	49	$423	—

Section 8 apartments in Anniston (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
Westminster Apts PB Section 8	100	$421	—
Wesley Apts PB Section 8	68	$343	—
Southern Ridge Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Wesley Park LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Cedars Green Apts PB Section 8	50	$313	—

Public housing developments in Anniston

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
Constantine Homes Public Housing	195	$225	12 mo
Cooper Homes Public Housing	123	$257	—
Glenaddie Homes Public Housing	100	$314	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Anniston

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.