Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Lewes, DE
There are 13 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lewes with roughly 408 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $356 to $410 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Lewes
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lewes
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah East LIHTCPB Section 8 | 72 | — | — |
| Savannah West LIHTCPB Section 8 | 48 | — | — |
| Huling Cove Annex PB Section 8 | 41 | $389 | — |
| Harbour Towne LIHTCPB Section 8 | 40 | — | — |
| Jefferson I 883 PB Section 8 | 40 | $356 | — |
| Jefferson Estates LIHTC | 39 | — | — |
| Jefferson Estates Ii LIHTC | 32 | — | — |
| Jefferson Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | 32 | — | — |
| Huling Cove PB Section 8 | 24 | $410 | — |
| Mills Landing LIHTCPB Section 8 | 24 | — | — |
| Arc Hud I, Inc. §811 | 13 | $396 | — |
| Sandy Brae Supported Living §811 | 3 | — | — |
| Jefferson Ii (811) §811 PRA | 0 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Lewes (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah East LIHTCPB Section 8 | 72 | — | — |
| Savannah West LIHTCPB Section 8 | 48 | — | — |
| Huling Cove Annex PB Section 8 | 41 | $389 | — |
| Harbour Towne LIHTCPB Section 8 | 40 | — | — |
| Jefferson I 883 PB Section 8 | 40 | $356 | — |
| Jefferson Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | 32 | — | — |
| Huling Cove PB Section 8 | 24 | $410 | — |
| Mills Landing LIHTCPB Section 8 | 24 | — | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Lewes
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Estates LIHTC | 39 | — | — |
| Jefferson Estates Ii LIHTC | 32 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: Sussex County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Sussex County: studio $1,059, 1-BR $1,066, 2-BR $1,399, 3-BR $1,757, 4-BR $2,172.
Full FMR table for Sussex County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Lewes
- 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
- Bridgeville, DE
- Delmar, DE
- Georgetown, DE
- Laurel, DE
- Millsboro, DE
- Milton, DE
- Rehoboth Beach, DE
- Seaford, DE
- Selbyville, DE
- Wilmington, DE
- Dover, DE
- Newark, DE
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.