How many low income apartments are in Largo, FL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Largo with approximately 458 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Largo?

Tenant-paid rents in Largo's assisted buildings typically range from about $432 to $464 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 Largo?

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 Largo?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Pinellas County: about $1,696/mo for one-bedroom and $1,977/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Largo, FL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Largo with roughly 458 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $432 to $464 per month. Median reported wait: about 20 months.

assisted properties

458

subsidized units

$448

typical rent

20 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Largo

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pinellas Heights LIHTC	153	—	—
Rainbow Village Public Housing	117	$450	20 mo
Heritage Presbyterian PB Section 8	99	$432	—
Whispering Palms LIHTC	63	—	—
Pinellas Heights Senior Apartments Public Housing	21	$464	—
Dryer Group Home PB Section 8	5	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Largo (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
Heritage Presbyterian PB Section 8	99	$432	—
Dryer Group Home PB Section 8	5	—	—

Public housing developments in Largo

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
Rainbow Village Public Housing	117	$450	20 mo
Pinellas Heights Senior Apartments Public Housing	21	$464	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Largo

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
Pinellas Heights LIHTC	153	—	—
Whispering Palms LIHTC	63	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Pinellas County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Pinellas County: studio $1,593, 1-BR $1,696, 2-BR $1,977, 3-BR $2,527, 4-BR $3,077.

Full FMR table for Pinellas County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Largo

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.