Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Covington, GA
There are 15 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Covington with roughly 2,197 assisted units — including 10 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 13 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $320 to $383 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Covington
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Covington
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Lake LIHTCPB Section 8 | 250 | — | — |
| Arbor Lake LIHTCPB Section 8 | 250 | — | — |
| Wellington Ridge Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | 220 | — | — |
| Magnolia Heights Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | 200 | — | — |
| Legends of Covington LIHTC | 198 | — | — |
| Orchard Cove LIHTCPB Section 8 | 188 | — | — |
| Alcovy Site PB Section 8 | 180 | $320 | — |
| Arbours at Covington LIHTC | 180 | — | — |
| Harmony at Covington LIHTC | 122 | — | — |
| Covington Square LIHTCPB Section 8 | 113 | $383 | — |
| Heritage Park Apartments LIHTC | 100 | — | — |
| Jackson Hwy PB Section 8 | 100 | $369 | — |
| Harristown Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | 60 | — | — |
| The Village at Walkers Bend LIHTCPB Section 8 | 32 | — | — |
| Meadowbrook Apartments LIHTC | 4 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Covington (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Lake LIHTCPB Section 8 | 250 | — | — |
| Arbor Lake LIHTCPB Section 8 | 250 | — | — |
| Wellington Ridge Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | 220 | — | — |
| Magnolia Heights Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | 200 | — | — |
| Orchard Cove LIHTCPB Section 8 | 188 | — | — |
| Alcovy Site PB Section 8 | 180 | $320 | — |
| Covington Square LIHTCPB Section 8 | 113 | $383 | — |
| Jackson Hwy PB Section 8 | 100 | $369 | — |
| Harristown Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | 60 | — | — |
| The Village at Walkers Bend LIHTCPB Section 8 | 32 | — | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Covington
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legends of Covington LIHTC | 198 | — | — |
| Arbours at Covington LIHTC | 180 | — | — |
| Harmony at Covington LIHTC | 122 | — | — |
| Heritage Park Apartments LIHTC | 100 | — | — |
| Meadowbrook Apartments LIHTC | 4 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: Newton County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Newton County: studio $1,585, 1-BR $1,660, 2-BR $1,820, 3-BR $2,182, 4-BR $2,605.
Full FMR table for Newton County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Covington
- 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
- Atlanta, GA
- Augusta, GA
- Savannah, GA
- Decatur, GA
- Macon, GA
- Columbus, GA
- Atlanta (fulton), GA
- Athens, GA
- Marietta, GA
- Albany, GA
- East Point, GA
- Gainesville, GA
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.