How many low income apartments are in Centre, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Centre with approximately 342 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Centre?

Tenant-paid rents in Centre's assisted buildings typically range from about $362 to $366 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 Centre?

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 Centre, AL

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Centre with roughly 342 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $362 to $366 per month. Median reported wait: about 11 months.

assisted properties

342

subsidized units

$364

typical rent

11 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Centre

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Centre

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cherokee Court LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	160	$362	11 mo
Pine View Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Cherokee Manor Apartments PB Section 8	50	$366	—
Cambridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Pine View Crossing Ii LIHTC	40	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Centre (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
Cherokee Court LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	160	$362	11 mo
Pine View Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Cherokee Manor Apartments PB Section 8	50	$366	—
Cambridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Centre

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
Pine View Crossing Ii LIHTC	40	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Centre

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.