How many low income apartments are in Athens, TN?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Athens with approximately 925 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Athens?

Tenant-paid rents in Athens's assisted buildings typically range from about $174 to $396 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 Athens?

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 Athens?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for McMinn County: about $845/mo for one-bedroom and $926/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Athens, TN

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Athens with roughly 925 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $174 to $396 per month.

assisted properties

925

subsidized units

$285

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Athens

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Athens

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Clem Jones PB Section 8	441	$323	—
Mcminn Villa Apartments PB Section 8	100	$329	—
Ridgetop Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	96	—	—
Lee Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	90	$242	—
Park Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Athens Gardens Apartments PB Section 8	50	$396	—
Athens Mews PB Section 8	50	$333	—
Rose Hill Apartments PB Section 8	18	$174	—

Section 8 apartments in Athens (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
Clem Jones PB Section 8	441	$323	—
Mcminn Villa Apartments PB Section 8	100	$329	—
Ridgetop Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	96	—	—
Lee Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	90	$242	—
Park Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Athens Gardens Apartments PB Section 8	50	$396	—
Athens Mews PB Section 8	50	$333	—
Rose Hill Apartments PB Section 8	18	$174	—

Voucher rent limits: McMinn County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for McMinn County: studio $725, 1-BR $845, 2-BR $926, 3-BR $1,151, 4-BR $1,226.

Full FMR table for McMinn County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Athens

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.