How many low income apartments are in Paris, TN?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Paris with approximately 665 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 $135 to $387 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 Henry County: about $723/mo for one-bedroom and $949/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Paris, TN

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Paris with roughly 665 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $135 to $387 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

665

subsidized units

$261

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Paris

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Paris

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Vernon Place Public Housing	192	$328	7 mo
Grove Park Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Park Village of Paris LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Wesley Pine Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	65	$387	—
Brookfield Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	50	$246	—
Crestview Manor Apts PB Section 8	50	$135	—
Harrison Meadows Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Tyson Park Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	40	$238	—
Chateau Maurice PB Section 8	39	$344	—
Wesley at Paris, Inc §202 Senior	19	$366	—

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
Grove Park Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Park Village of Paris LIHTCPB Section 8	80	—	—
Wesley Pine Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	65	$387	—
Brookfield Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	50	$246	—
Crestview Manor Apts PB Section 8	50	$135	—
Tyson Park Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	40	$238	—
Chateau Maurice PB Section 8	39	$344	—

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
Vernon Place Public Housing	192	$328	7 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
Harrison Meadows Apts LIHTC	50	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Henry County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Henry County: studio $719, 1-BR $723, 2-BR $949, 3-BR $1,138, 4-BR $1,322.

Full FMR table for Henry 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.