How many low income apartments are in Martin, TN?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Martin with approximately 403 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Martin?

Tenant-paid rents in Martin's assisted buildings typically range from about $305 to $365 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 Martin?

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 Martin?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Weakley County: about $710/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 Martin, TN

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Martin with roughly 403 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $305 to $365 per month.

assisted properties

403

subsidized units

$335

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Martin

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Martin

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Martin Heights PB Section 8	167	$332	—
Martin Meadows Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Chapelridge of Martin LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Williamsburg Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Wesley at Martin §202 Senior	40	$365	—
Northwest Apts of Weakley County PB Section 8	20	$305	—

Section 8 apartments in Martin (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
Martin Heights PB Section 8	167	$332	—
Martin Meadows Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	72	—	—
Chapelridge of Martin LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Williamsburg Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Northwest Apts of Weakley County PB Section 8	20	$305	—

Voucher rent limits: Weakley County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Weakley County: studio $705, 1-BR $710, 2-BR $925, 3-BR $1,119, 4-BR $1,552.

Full FMR table for Weakley County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Martin

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.