How many low income apartments are in Brandon, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 13 subsidized properties in Brandon with approximately 2,627 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Brandon?

Tenant-paid rents in Brandon's assisted buildings typically range from about $315 to $425 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 Brandon?

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 Brandon?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Hillsborough County: about $1,696/mo for one-bedroom and $1,977/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Brandon, FL

There are 13 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Brandon with roughly 2,627 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 10 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $315 to $425 per month.

assisted properties

2,627

subsidized units

$370

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Brandon

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Westchester LIHTC	376	—	—
Lake Kathy LIHTCPB Section 8	360	—	—
Cypress Trace LIHTC	348	—	—
Woodberry Woods LIHTC	348	—	—
Altvista Sterling Palms LIHTC	248	—	—
Landon Preserve LIHTCPB Section 8	230	—	—
Brandon Crossing Apts LIHTC	200	—	—
Lakewood Shores LIHTC	184	—	—
Sabalplace LIHTCPB Section 8	112	—	—
Kelsey Cove LIHTCPB Section 8	108	—	—
Apostle's Village §202 Senior	55	$349	—
Sandhill Village PB Section 8	40	$425	—
Jontilly Place §811	18	$315	—

Section 8 apartments in Brandon (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
Lake Kathy LIHTCPB Section 8	360	—	—
Landon Preserve LIHTCPB Section 8	230	—	—
Sabalplace LIHTCPB Section 8	112	—	—
Kelsey Cove LIHTCPB Section 8	108	—	—
Sandhill Village PB Section 8	40	$425	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Brandon

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
Westchester LIHTC	376	—	—
Cypress Trace LIHTC	348	—	—
Woodberry Woods LIHTC	348	—	—
Altvista Sterling Palms LIHTC	248	—	—
Brandon Crossing Apts LIHTC	200	—	—
Lakewood Shores LIHTC	184	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Hillsborough County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Hillsborough County: studio $1,593, 1-BR $1,696, 2-BR $1,977, 3-BR $2,527, 4-BR $3,077.

Full FMR table for Hillsborough County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Brandon

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.