How many low income apartments are in Heflin, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Heflin with approximately 178 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Heflin?

Tenant-paid rents in Heflin's assisted buildings typically range from about $285 to $328 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 Heflin?

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 Heflin, AL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Heflin with roughly 178 assisted units — including 5 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 $285 to $328 per month. Median reported wait: about 9 months.

assisted properties

178

subsidized units

$307

typical rent

9 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Heflin

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Heflin

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Eastwood Apts PB Section 8	36	$328	—
Southside Courts Public Housing	34	$322	9 mo
Heflin Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Heflin Oaks PB Section 8	28	$285	—
Elnora Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Heflin Hills Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Heflin (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
Eastwood Apts PB Section 8	36	$328	—
Heflin Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Heflin Oaks PB Section 8	28	$285	—
Elnora Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Heflin Hills Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Heflin

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
Southside Courts Public Housing	34	$322	9 mo

How to apply for subsidized housing in Heflin

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.