How many low income apartments are in Irvine, KY?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Irvine with approximately 285 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Irvine?

Tenant-paid rents in Irvine's assisted buildings typically range from about $231 to $407 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 Irvine?

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 Irvine?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Estill County: about $790/mo for one-bedroom and $866/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Irvine, KY

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Irvine with roughly 285 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $231 to $407 per month. Median reported wait: about 13 months.

assisted properties

285

subsidized units

$319

typical rent

13 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Irvine

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Irvine

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Mountain Crest Public Housing	118	$407	13 mo
Stacy Lane Apartments PB Section 8	48	$231	—
Irvine Renaissance Project LIHTC	30	—	—
Irvine West Apartments LIHTC	24	—	—
North Irvine Apartments Ii LIHTC	24	—	—
Northwood Iii Apartments LIHTC	24	—	—
Irvine School Apartments LIHTC	17	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Irvine (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
Stacy Lane Apartments PB Section 8	48	$231	—

Public housing developments in Irvine

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
Mountain Crest Public Housing	118	$407	13 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Irvine

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
Irvine Renaissance Project LIHTC	30	—	—
Irvine West Apartments LIHTC	24	—	—
North Irvine Apartments Ii LIHTC	24	—	—
Northwood Iii Apartments LIHTC	24	—	—
Irvine School Apartments LIHTC	17	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Estill County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Estill County: studio $619, 1-BR $790, 2-BR $866, 3-BR $1,120, 4-BR $1,259.

Full FMR table for Estill County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Irvine

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.