How many low income apartments are in Jamestown, TN?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Jamestown with approximately 318 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Jamestown?

Tenant-paid rents in Jamestown's assisted buildings typically range from about $331 to $333 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 Jamestown?

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 Jamestown?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Fentress County: about $705/mo for one-bedroom and $925/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Jamestown, TN

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Jamestown with roughly 318 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $331 to $333 per month.

assisted properties

318

subsidized units

$332

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Jamestown

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Jamestown

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Jamestown Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Jamestown Village LIHTC	40	—	—
Jamestown Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
White Oaks Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Fentress Oaks Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Fentress Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Jamestown House LIHTC	24	—	—
Jamestown Manor Apartments LIHTC	24	—	—
Wheeler Manor PB Section 8	24	$333	—
Fairgrounds §811	10	—	—
Mace Apartments §811	10	$331	—

Section 8 apartments in Jamestown (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
Jamestown Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Jamestown Village Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
White Oaks Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Fentress Oaks Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Wheeler Manor PB Section 8	24	$333	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Jamestown

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
Jamestown Village LIHTC	40	—	—
Fentress Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Jamestown House LIHTC	24	—	—
Jamestown Manor Apartments LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Fentress County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Fentress County: studio $700, 1-BR $705, 2-BR $925, 3-BR $1,204, 4-BR $1,290.

Full FMR table for Fentress County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Jamestown

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.