How many low income apartments are in Paris, KY?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Paris with approximately 384 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Paris?

Tenant-paid rents in Paris's assisted buildings typically range from about $267 to $377 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 Paris?

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 Paris?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Bourbon County: about $1,079/mo for one-bedroom and $1,272/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Paris, KY

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Paris with roughly 384 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $267 to $377 per month. Median reported wait: about 22 months.

assisted properties

384

subsidized units

$322

typical rent

22 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Paris

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Paris

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Grandview Apts Public Housing	131	$341	22 mo
Williamsburg Terrace Apartments PB Section 8	63	$377	—
Rucker Village Apartments PB Section 8	50	$267	—
Paris Pointe LIHTC	36	—	—
Paris Place LIHTC	32	—	—
Hopewell Apartments LIHTC	30	—	—
Kellie Lane LIHTC	30	—	—
Thoroughbred Acres PB Section 8	8	—	—
Progressive Homes Apartments PB Section 8	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Paris (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
Williamsburg Terrace Apartments PB Section 8	63	$377	—
Rucker Village Apartments PB Section 8	50	$267	—
Thoroughbred Acres PB Section 8	8	—	—
Progressive Homes Apartments PB Section 8	4	—	—

Public housing developments in Paris

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
Grandview Apts Public Housing	131	$341	22 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Paris

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Paris Pointe LIHTC	36	—	—
Paris Place LIHTC	32	—	—
Hopewell Apartments LIHTC	30	—	—
Kellie Lane LIHTC	30	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Bourbon County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Bourbon County: studio $883, 1-BR $1,079, 2-BR $1,272, 3-BR $1,743, 4-BR $1,940.

Full FMR table for Bourbon County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Paris

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.