How many low income apartments are in Sheffield, AL?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Sheffield with approximately 403 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sheffield?

Tenant-paid rents in Sheffield's assisted buildings typically range from about $403 to $409 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 Sheffield?

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 Sheffield, AL

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sheffield with roughly 403 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 4 public housing developments, and 0 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $403 to $409 per month. Median reported wait: about 5 months.

assisted properties

403

subsidized units

$406

typical rent

5 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Sheffield

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sheffield

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Archer Village Public Housing	153	$403	5 mo
Manning Public Housing	126	$409	6 mo
Long Lowe Public Housing	114	$406	4 mo
Jackson Homes Public Housing	10	—	—

Public housing developments in Sheffield

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
Archer Village Public Housing	153	$403	5 mo
Manning Public Housing	126	$409	6 mo
Long Lowe Public Housing	114	$406	4 mo
Jackson Homes Public Housing	10	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sheffield

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.