How many low income apartments are in Itta Bena, MS?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Itta Bena with approximately 227 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Itta Bena?

Tenant-paid rents in Itta Bena's assisted buildings typically range from about $254 to $362 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 Itta Bena?

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 Itta Bena?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Leflore County: about $642/mo for one-bedroom and $842/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Itta Bena, MS

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Itta Bena with roughly 227 assisted units — including 4 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 $254 to $362 per month. Median reported wait: about 21 months.

assisted properties

227

subsidized units

$308

typical rent

21 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Itta Bena

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Itta Bena

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Itta Bena LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	70	$362	21 mo
Ivory Lane Apts PB Section 8	70	$254	—
Franklin Coffey Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Sun Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Itta Bena (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
Itta Bena LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing	70	$362	21 mo
Ivory Lane Apts PB Section 8	70	$254	—
Franklin Coffey Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Sun Manor Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Leflore County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Leflore County: studio $638, 1-BR $642, 2-BR $842, 3-BR $1,055, 4-BR $1,115.

Full FMR table for Leflore County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Itta Bena

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.