How many low income apartments are in Boaz, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Boaz with approximately 638 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Boaz?

Tenant-paid rents in Boaz's assisted buildings typically range from about $329 to $429 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 Boaz?

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 Boaz, AL

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Boaz with roughly 638 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $329 to $429 per month. Median reported wait: about 3 months.

assisted properties

638

subsidized units

$379

typical rent

3 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Boaz

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Boaz

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mt Vernon Homes Public Housing	139	$365	3 mo
Manor House PB Section 8	125	$408	—
Summerville Homes Public Housing	122	$429	3 mo
Mt Vernon Homes Public Housing	100	$364	4 mo
Savannah Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Adams Crossings LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Meadowwood Apartments PB Section 8	36	$329	—
Fox Run South Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Boaz (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
Manor House PB Section 8	125	$408	—
Savannah Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Adams Crossings LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Meadowwood Apartments PB Section 8	36	$329	—
Fox Run South Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Boaz

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
Mt Vernon Homes Public Housing	139	$365	3 mo
Summerville Homes Public Housing	122	$429	3 mo
Mt Vernon Homes Public Housing	100	$364	4 mo

How to apply for subsidized housing in Boaz

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.