How many low income apartments are in Lumberton, MS?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Lumberton with approximately 127 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Lumberton?

Tenant-paid rents in Lumberton's assisted buildings typically range from about $272 to $272 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 Lumberton?

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 Lumberton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Lamar County: about $888/mo for one-bedroom and $1,047/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Lumberton, MS

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lumberton with roughly 127 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $272 to $272 per month. Median reported wait: about 18 months.

assisted properties

127

subsidized units

$272

typical rent

18 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Lumberton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lumberton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Azalea Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Greentree Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Woodchase Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Azalea Gardens Public Housing	23	$272	18 mo

Section 8 apartments in Lumberton (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
Azalea Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Greentree Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Woodchase Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—

Public housing developments in Lumberton

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
Azalea Gardens Public Housing	23	$272	18 mo

Voucher rent limits: Lamar County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Lamar County: studio $766, 1-BR $888, 2-BR $1,047, 3-BR $1,348, 4-BR $1,386.

Full FMR table for Lamar County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Lumberton

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.