How many low income apartments are in Emporia, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Emporia with approximately 475 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Emporia?

Tenant-paid rents in Emporia's assisted buildings typically range from about $260 to $393 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 Emporia?

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 Emporia?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Emporia city: about $769/mo for one-bedroom and $1,001/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Emporia, VA

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Emporia with roughly 475 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $260 to $393 per month.

assisted properties

475

subsidized units

$327

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Emporia

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Emporia

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Brook Ridge I LIHTCPB Section 8	84	—	—
Northwoods Village PB Section 8	72	$260	—
Trinity Woods §202 Senior	70	$393	—
Weaver Manor Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Brook Ridge Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Carriage Run LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Marvin Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Reese Village LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Washington Square LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Belford Commons §202 Senior	23	$371	—

Section 8 apartments in Emporia (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
Brook Ridge I LIHTCPB Section 8	84	—	—
Northwoods Village PB Section 8	72	$260	—
Weaver Manor Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Brook Ridge Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Carriage Run LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Marvin Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Reese Village LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Washington Square LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Emporia city Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Emporia city: studio $764, 1-BR $769, 2-BR $1,001, 3-BR $1,392, 4-BR $1,679.

Full FMR table for Emporia city →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Emporia

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.