How many low income apartments are in Marion, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Marion with approximately 218 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Marion?

Tenant-paid rents in Marion's assisted buildings typically range from about $194 to $354 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 Marion?

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.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Marion, AL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Marion with roughly 218 assisted units — including 5 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 $194 to $354 per month.

assisted properties

218

subsidized units

$274

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Marion

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Marion

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Lincoln Hghts Public Housing	57	$354	—
Perry Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Jackson-johnson Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Bellemeade Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Marion Manor Ii PB Section 8	24	$221	—
Marion Manor I PB Section 8	20	$194	—

Section 8 apartments in Marion (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
Perry Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Jackson-johnson Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Bellemeade Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
Marion Manor Ii PB Section 8	24	$221	—
Marion Manor I PB Section 8	20	$194	—

Public housing developments in Marion

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
Lincoln Hghts Public Housing	57	$354	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Marion

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.