How many low income apartments are in North Providence, RI?

HUD administrative data tracks 12 subsidized properties in North Providence with approximately 1,092 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in North Providence?

Tenant-paid rents in North Providence's assisted buildings typically range from about $363 to $494 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 North Providence?

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 North Providence?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Providence County: about $1,402/mo for one-bedroom and $1,729/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in North Providence, RI

There are 12 subsidized and income-restricted properties in North Providence with roughly 1,092 assisted units — including 9 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 $363 to $494 per month. Median reported wait: about 24 months.

assisted properties

1,092

subsidized units

$429

typical rent

24 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in North Providence

Complete directory of subsidized housing in North Providence

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sunset Terrace Public Housing	145	$484	24 mo
Mineral Spring Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	140	—	—
Mineral Spring Gardens PB Section 8	139	$448	—
Brook Village PB Section 8	100	$429	—
Douglas Manor PB Section 8	100	$450	—
Douglas Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	100	—	—
Spring Villa Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	100	—	—
Maple Gardens Ii PB Section 8	90	$454	—
Omni Maple Gardens PB Section 8	90	$494	—
Whitehall Apartments PB Section 8	49	$363	—
Elmhurst House §811	29	$452	—
Obed Apartments §811	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in North Providence (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
Mineral Spring Gardens LIHTCPB Section 8	140	—	—
Mineral Spring Gardens PB Section 8	139	$448	—
Brook Village PB Section 8	100	$429	—
Douglas Manor PB Section 8	100	$450	—
Douglas Manor LIHTCPB Section 8	100	—	—
Spring Villa Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	100	—	—
Maple Gardens Ii PB Section 8	90	$454	—
Omni Maple Gardens PB Section 8	90	$494	—
Whitehall Apartments PB Section 8	49	$363	—

Public housing developments in North Providence

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
Sunset Terrace Public Housing	145	$484	24 mo

Voucher rent limits: Providence County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Providence County: studio $1,318, 1-BR $1,402, 2-BR $1,729, 3-BR $2,087, 4-BR $2,480.

Full FMR table for Providence County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in North Providence

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.