How many low income apartments are in Rainsville, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Rainsville with approximately 202 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Rainsville?

Tenant-paid rents in Rainsville's assisted buildings typically range from about $364 to $364 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 Rainsville?

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 Rainsville, AL

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Rainsville with roughly 202 assisted units — including 3 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 $364 to $364 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

202

subsidized units

$364

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Rainsville

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Rainsville

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Northside Homes Public Housing	98	$364	6 mo
Jackson Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Raintree Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Sandy Creek Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Sherwood Knoll LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Rainsville (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
Jackson Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Sandy Creek Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Sherwood Knoll LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Rainsville

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
Northside Homes Public Housing	98	$364	6 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Rainsville

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
Raintree Apts LIHTC	24	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Rainsville

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.