How many low income apartments are in Fairfield, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Fairfield with approximately 398 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Fairfield?

Tenant-paid rents in Fairfield's assisted buildings typically range from about $364 to $466 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 Fairfield?

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.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Fairfield, AL

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Fairfield with roughly 398 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 0 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $364 to $466 per month. Median reported wait: about 22 months.

assisted properties

398

subsidized units

$415

typical rent

22 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Fairfield

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Fairfield

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mattie G. Jackson Gardens Public Housing	196	$390	26 mo
Demetrius C. Newton Gardens Public Housing	102	$364	18 mo
W. Clyde Williams Terrace PB Section 8	100	$466	—

Section 8 apartments in Fairfield (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
W. Clyde Williams Terrace PB Section 8	100	$466	—

Public housing developments in Fairfield

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
Mattie G. Jackson Gardens Public Housing	196	$390	26 mo
Demetrius C. Newton Gardens Public Housing	102	$364	18 mo

How to apply for subsidized housing in Fairfield

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.