How many low income apartments are in Livingston, TN?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Livingston with approximately 266 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Livingston?

Tenant-paid rents in Livingston's assisted buildings typically range from about $349 to $369 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 Livingston?

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 Livingston?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Overton County: about $742/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 Livingston, TN

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Livingston with roughly 266 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $349 to $369 per month.

assisted properties

266

subsidized units

$359

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Livingston

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Livingston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Oakley Homes PB Section 8	66	$349	—
Town Creek Apartments PB Section 8	50	$354	—
Willow Place Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—
Livingston Apartments LIHTC	40	—	—
Holly Hills §202 Senior	24	$368	—
Lee Apts LIHTC	20	—	—
Mountain Grove §202 Senior	15	$369	—
Preston Street Apts LIHTC	10	—	—
Laurel Village Apts LIHTC	—	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Livingston (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
Oakley Homes PB Section 8	66	$349	—
Town Creek Apartments PB Section 8	50	$354	—
Willow Place Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	41	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Livingston

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
Livingston Apartments LIHTC	40	—	—
Lee Apts LIHTC	20	—	—
Preston Street Apts LIHTC	10	—	—
Laurel Village Apts LIHTC	—	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Overton County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Overton County: studio $724, 1-BR $742, 2-BR $925, 3-BR $1,165, 4-BR $1,225.

Full FMR table for Overton County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Livingston

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.