How many low income apartments are in Stafford, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Stafford with approximately 1,686 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Stafford?

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

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 Stafford?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Stafford County: about $1,343/mo for one-bedroom and $1,563/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Stafford, VA

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Stafford with roughly 1,686 assisted units — including 8 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 $403 to $403 per month.

assisted properties

1,686

subsidized units

$403

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Stafford

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Stafford

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Aquia Fifteen at Towne Center LIHTC	256	—	—
Lakewood LIHTC	232	—	—
Sky Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	187	—	—
Stonegate at Liberty Place LIHTCPB Section 8	180	—	—
Vine Place Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	172	—	—
Gardens of Stafford Seniors LIHTCPB Section 8	150	—	—
Potomac Crest LIHTC	144	—	—
Garrison Woods PB Section 8	130	$403	—
Crescent Pointe LIHTCPB Section 8	99	—	—
Park Ridge Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	94	—	—
Vine Place Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Stafford (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
Sky Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	187	—	—
Stonegate at Liberty Place LIHTCPB Section 8	180	—	—
Vine Place Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	172	—	—
Gardens of Stafford Seniors LIHTCPB Section 8	150	—	—
Garrison Woods PB Section 8	130	$403	—
Crescent Pointe LIHTCPB Section 8	99	—	—
Park Ridge Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	94	—	—
Vine Place Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Stafford

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
Aquia Fifteen at Towne Center LIHTC	256	—	—
Lakewood LIHTC	232	—	—
Potomac Crest LIHTC	144	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Stafford County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Stafford County: studio $1,292, 1-BR $1,343, 2-BR $1,563, 3-BR $1,993, 4-BR $2,286.

Full FMR table for Stafford County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Stafford

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.