How many low income apartments are in Roanoke, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Roanoke with approximately 287 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Roanoke?

Tenant-paid rents in Roanoke's assisted buildings typically range from about $250 to $360 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 Roanoke?

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 Roanoke, AL

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Roanoke with roughly 287 assisted units — including 5 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 $250 to $360 per month. Median reported wait: about 11 months.

assisted properties

287

subsidized units

$305

typical rent

11 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Roanoke

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Roanoke

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Harvey Enloe Homes Public Housing	50	$250	11 mo
Knollwood Retirement Center PB Section 8	50	$360	—
Alfred Radney Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
High Pine Apartments LIHTC	42	—	—
Wellington Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Roanoke Arms Apts PB Section 8	35	$344	—
Emery Pointe LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Roanoke (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
Knollwood Retirement Center PB Section 8	50	$360	—
Alfred Radney Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Wellington Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Roanoke Arms Apts PB Section 8	35	$344	—
Emery Pointe LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—

Public housing developments in Roanoke

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
Harvey Enloe Homes Public Housing	50	$250	11 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Roanoke

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
High Pine Apartments LIHTC	42	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Roanoke

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.