How many low income apartments are in South Boston, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 12 subsidized properties in South Boston with approximately 501 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in South Boston?

Tenant-paid rents in South Boston's assisted buildings typically range from about $244 to $313 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 South Boston?

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 South Boston?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Halifax County: about $827/mo for one-bedroom and $914/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in South Boston, VA

There are 12 subsidized and income-restricted properties in South Boston with roughly 501 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 10 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $244 to $313 per month.

assisted properties

501

subsidized units

$279

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in South Boston

Complete directory of subsidized housing in South Boston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Willow Oaks LIHTCPB Section 8	72	$244	—
Westside Village Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	70	$313	—
Honeytree LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Taylor Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Miller Homes at Poplar Creek LIHTC	46	—	—
Country Green LIHTC	44	—	—
Country Green LIHTC	44	—	—
Rose Hill I LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Woodcrest LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Rose Hill Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Gateway-halifax Apartments §811	10	—	—
Brandon Home §811	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in South Boston (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
Willow Oaks LIHTCPB Section 8	72	$244	—
Westside Village Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	70	$313	—
Honeytree LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Taylor Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Rose Hill I LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Woodcrest LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Rose Hill Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in South Boston

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
Miller Homes at Poplar Creek LIHTC	46	—	—
Country Green LIHTC	44	—	—
Country Green LIHTC	44	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Halifax County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Halifax County: studio $792, 1-BR $827, 2-BR $914, 3-BR $1,167, 4-BR $1,340.

Full FMR table for Halifax County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in South Boston

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.