How many low income apartments are in Clarksburg, WV?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Clarksburg with approximately 763 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Clarksburg?

Tenant-paid rents in Clarksburg's assisted buildings typically range from about $297 to $386 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 Clarksburg?

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 Clarksburg?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Harrison County: about $843/mo for one-bedroom and $955/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Clarksburg, WV

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Clarksburg with roughly 763 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $297 to $386 per month. Median reported wait: about 2 months.

assisted properties

763

subsidized units

$342

typical rent

2 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Clarksburg

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Clarksburg

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mason House Public Housing	323	$365	2 mo
Oakmound Apartments PB Section 8	159	$297	—
Clarksburg Towers Associates PB Section 8	90	$386	—
Maple View Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
The Palace on Main LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Glen Elk Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Locust View Apts LIHTC	36	—	—
Reserve at Rosebud Aka Reserve at Oak Spring LIHTCPB Section 8	35	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Clarksburg (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
Oakmound Apartments PB Section 8	159	$297	—
Clarksburg Towers Associates PB Section 8	90	$386	—
The Palace on Main LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Glen Elk Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Reserve at Rosebud Aka Reserve at Oak Spring LIHTCPB Section 8	35	—	—

Public housing developments in Clarksburg

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
Mason House Public Housing	323	$365	2 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Clarksburg

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
Maple View Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Locust View Apts LIHTC	36	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Harrison County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Harrison County: studio $770, 1-BR $843, 2-BR $955, 3-BR $1,264, 4-BR $1,466.

Full FMR table for Harrison County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Clarksburg

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.