How many low income apartments are in Elberton, GA?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Elberton with approximately 535 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Elberton?

Tenant-paid rents in Elberton's assisted buildings typically range from about $257 to $410 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 Elberton?

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 Elberton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Elbert County: about $836/mo for one-bedroom and $1,074/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Elberton, GA

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Elberton with roughly 535 assisted units — including 3 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 $257 to $410 per month.

assisted properties

535

subsidized units

$334

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Elberton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Elberton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hillside Homes PB Section 8	185	$347	—
Sunny Brook Apartments PB Section 8	130	$257	—
Petersburg Towers PB Section 8	75	$410	—
Havenwood Elberton Senior LIHTC	50	—	—
Wildwood Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Elberton Oaks Apartments LIHTC	45	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Elberton (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
Hillside Homes PB Section 8	185	$347	—
Sunny Brook Apartments PB Section 8	130	$257	—
Petersburg Towers PB Section 8	75	$410	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Elberton

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
Havenwood Elberton Senior LIHTC	50	—	—
Wildwood Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Elberton Oaks Apartments LIHTC	45	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Elbert County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Elbert County: studio $831, 1-BR $836, 2-BR $1,074, 3-BR $1,288, 4-BR $1,422.

Full FMR table for Elbert County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Elberton

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.