How many low income apartments are in Camilla, GA?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Camilla with approximately 670 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Camilla?

Tenant-paid rents in Camilla's assisted buildings typically range from about $274 to $297 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 Camilla?

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 Camilla?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Mitchell County: about $888/mo for one-bedroom and $973/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Camilla, GA

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Camilla with roughly 670 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $274 to $297 per month. Median reported wait: about 9 months.

assisted properties

670

subsidized units

$286

typical rent

9 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Camilla

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Camilla

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Borders Homes Public Housing	230	$297	13 mo
Cha Jh Gp 2020, Llc PB Section 8	100	—	—
South Fork Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	96	—	—
Southfork Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Jester Homes Public Housing	76	$274	9 mo
Campbell Place LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
New Jester Homes I I Public Housing	29	$284	8 mo
Cvi Rental Housing Program LIHTC	7	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Camilla (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
Cha Jh Gp 2020, Llc PB Section 8	100	—	—
South Fork Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	96	—	—
Southfork Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Campbell Place LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—

Public housing developments in Camilla

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
Borders Homes Public Housing	230	$297	13 mo
Jester Homes Public Housing	76	$274	9 mo
New Jester Homes I I Public Housing	29	$284	8 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Camilla

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
Cvi Rental Housing Program LIHTC	7	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Mitchell County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Mitchell County: studio $828, 1-BR $888, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,275, 4-BR $1,468.

Full FMR table for Mitchell County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Camilla

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.