How many low income apartments are in Prichard, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Prichard with approximately 427 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Prichard?

Tenant-paid rents in Prichard's assisted buildings typically range from about $323 to $495 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 Prichard?

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 Prichard, AL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Prichard with roughly 427 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $323 to $495 per month. Median reported wait: about 12 months.

assisted properties

427

subsidized units

$409

typical rent

12 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Prichard

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Prichard

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hope Family Vi LIHTCPB Section 8	110	—	—
Hope Vi Family Rental Phase Iii Public Housing	110	$495	12 mo
Alexander Court Apts LIHTC	100	—	—
Thomas Hurst - Rad PB Section 8	50	$323	—
Saxony Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
Hope Vi Family Sales Phase Iv Public Housing	15	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Prichard (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
Hope Family Vi LIHTCPB Section 8	110	—	—
Thomas Hurst - Rad PB Section 8	50	$323	—

Public housing developments in Prichard

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
Hope Vi Family Rental Phase Iii Public Housing	110	$495	12 mo
Hope Vi Family Sales Phase Iv Public Housing	15	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Prichard

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
Alexander Court Apts LIHTC	100	—	—
Saxony Apts LIHTC	42	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Prichard

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.