How many low income apartments are in Defuniak Springs, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Defuniak Springs with approximately 300 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Defuniak Springs?

Tenant-paid rents in Defuniak Springs's assisted buildings typically range from about $231 to $468 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 Defuniak Springs?

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 Defuniak Springs?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Walton County: about $1,244/mo for one-bedroom and $1,364/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Defuniak Springs, FL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Defuniak Springs with roughly 300 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $231 to $468 per month. Median reported wait: about 12 months.

assisted properties

300

subsidized units

$350

typical rent

12 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Defuniak Springs

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Defuniak Springs

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Arbours at Shoemaker Place LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Alpine Heights and Highland Terrace Public Housing	50	$468	12 mo
Heritage Apartments PB Section 8	50	$328	—
Oakdale Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Oakdale Garden Apartments PB Section 8	48	$231	—
Woodridge - Defuniak Springs LIHTC	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Defuniak Springs (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
Arbours at Shoemaker Place LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Heritage Apartments PB Section 8	50	$328	—
Oakdale Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Oakdale Garden Apartments PB Section 8	48	$231	—

Public housing developments in Defuniak Springs

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
Alpine Heights and Highland Terrace Public Housing	50	$468	12 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Defuniak Springs

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
Woodridge - Defuniak Springs LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Walton County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Walton County: studio $1,058, 1-BR $1,244, 2-BR $1,364, 3-BR $1,897, 4-BR $2,288.

Full FMR table for Walton County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Defuniak Springs

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.