How many low income apartments are in Louisa, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Louisa with approximately 115 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Louisa?

Tenant-paid rents in Louisa's assisted buildings typically range from about $359 to $406 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 Louisa?

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 Louisa?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Louisa County: about $1,138/mo for one-bedroom and $1,247/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Louisa, VA

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Louisa with roughly 115 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $359 to $406 per month.

assisted properties

115

subsidized units

$383

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Louisa

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Louisa

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Epworth Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	61	$359	—
Pine Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	27	—	—
Epworth Manor Ii §202 Senior	22	$406	—
Pine Ridge Drive Group Home §811	5	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Louisa (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
Epworth Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	61	$359	—
Pine Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	27	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Louisa County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Louisa County: studio $1,080, 1-BR $1,138, 2-BR $1,247, 3-BR $1,734, 4-BR $1,950.

Full FMR table for Louisa County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Louisa

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.