How many low income apartments are in Elkins, WV?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Elkins with approximately 385 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Elkins?

Tenant-paid rents in Elkins's assisted buildings typically range from about $383 to $392 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 Elkins?

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 Elkins?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Randolph County: about $708/mo for one-bedroom and $929/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Elkins, WV

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Elkins with roughly 385 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $383 to $392 per month. Median reported wait: about 3 months.

assisted properties

385

subsidized units

$388

typical rent

3 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Elkins

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Elkins

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Elkins Manor PB Section 8	102	$383	—
Gateway Apartments Public Housing	78	$392	3 mo
Woda Canterbury Place Llc LIHTC	49	—	—
Valley Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Randolph Village Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Tygart Valley Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Firefly Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
First Ward School Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Elkins (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
Elkins Manor PB Section 8	102	$383	—
Valley Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Firefly Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
First Ward School Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—

Public housing developments in Elkins

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
Gateway Apartments Public Housing	78	$392	3 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Elkins

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
Woda Canterbury Place Llc LIHTC	49	—	—
Randolph Village Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Tygart Valley Apts LIHTC	32	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Randolph County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Randolph County: studio $641, 1-BR $708, 2-BR $929, 3-BR $1,183, 4-BR $1,468.

Full FMR table for Randolph County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Elkins

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.