How many low income apartments are in Century, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Century with approximately 158 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Century?

Tenant-paid rents in Century's assisted buildings typically range from about $268 to $268 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 Century?

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 Century?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Escambia County: about $1,257/mo for one-bedroom and $1,471/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Century, FL

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Century with roughly 158 assisted units — including 1 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 $268 to $268 per month.

assisted properties

158

subsidized units

$268

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Century

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Century Park LIHTC	50	—	—
Oakwood Village LIHTC	40	—	—
Century Woods Apartments PB Section 8	36	$268	—
Camellia Gardens LIHTC	32	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Century (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
Century Woods Apartments PB Section 8	36	$268	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Century

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
Century Park LIHTC	50	—	—
Oakwood Village LIHTC	40	—	—
Camellia Gardens LIHTC	32	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Escambia County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Escambia County: studio $1,112, 1-BR $1,257, 2-BR $1,471, 3-BR $1,952, 4-BR $2,380.

Full FMR table for Escambia County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Century

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.