Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Waverly, VA
There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Waverly with roughly 114 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $240 to $240 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Waverly
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Waverly
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex Trace PB Section 8 | 50 | $240 | — |
| Waverly Village LIHTCPB Section 8 | 40 | — | — |
| Covington Court LIHTCPB Section 8 | 24 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Waverly (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex Trace PB Section 8 | 50 | $240 | — |
| Waverly Village LIHTCPB Section 8 | 40 | — | — |
| Covington Court LIHTCPB Section 8 | 24 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: Sussex County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Sussex County: studio $1,442, 1-BR $1,507, 2-BR $1,655, 3-BR $2,072, 4-BR $2,553.
Full FMR table for Sussex County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Waverly
- 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
- Richmond, VA
- Newport News, VA
- Norfolk, VA
- Arlington, VA
- Alexandria, VA
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Chesapeake, VA
- Roanoke, VA
- Portsmouth, VA
- Fredericksburg, VA
- Hampton, VA
- Lynchburg, VA
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.