How many low income apartments are in Arcadia, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Arcadia with approximately 668 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Arcadia?

Tenant-paid rents in Arcadia's assisted buildings typically range from about $475 to $475 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 Arcadia?

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 Arcadia?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for DeSoto County: about $1,060/mo for one-bedroom and $1,209/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Arcadia, FL

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Arcadia with roughly 668 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $475 to $475 per month. Median reported wait: about 49 months.

assisted properties

668

subsidized units

$475

typical rent

49 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Arcadia

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Arcadia Oaks LIHTCPB Section 8	130	—	—
Oaks Trail LIHTC	123	—	—
The Oaks Public Housing	69	$475	27 mo
Mcpines LIHTC	64	—	—
The Palms Public Housing	61	$475	70 mo
Jacaranda Trail LIHTC	50	—	—
Jacaranda Trail Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Desoto Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Wood Park Pointe Phase I LIHTC	37	—	—
Wood Park Pointe Phase Ii LIHTC	36	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Arcadia (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
Arcadia Oaks LIHTCPB Section 8	130	—	—
Jacaranda Trail Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Desoto Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—

Public housing developments in Arcadia

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
The Oaks Public Housing	69	$475	27 mo
The Palms Public Housing	61	$475	70 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Arcadia

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
Oaks Trail LIHTC	123	—	—
Mcpines LIHTC	64	—	—
Jacaranda Trail LIHTC	50	—	—
Wood Park Pointe Phase I LIHTC	37	—	—
Wood Park Pointe Phase Ii LIHTC	36	—	—

Voucher rent limits: DeSoto County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for DeSoto County: studio $1,053, 1-BR $1,060, 2-BR $1,209, 3-BR $1,663, 4-BR $1,865.

Full FMR table for DeSoto County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Arcadia

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.