How many low income apartments are in West Point, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in West Point with approximately 91 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in West Point?

Tenant-paid rents in West Point's assisted buildings typically range from about $379 to $379 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 West Point?

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 West Point?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for King William County: about $1,507/mo for one-bedroom and $1,655/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in West Point, VA

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in West Point with roughly 91 assisted units — including 2 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 $379 to $379 per month.

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Map of subsidized housing in West Point

Complete directory of subsidized housing in West Point

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Academy Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
King William Village LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Winters Point §202 Senior	27	$379	—

Section 8 apartments in West Point (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
Academy Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
King William Village LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—

Voucher rent limits: King William County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for King William County: studio $1,442, 1-BR $1,507, 2-BR $1,655, 3-BR $2,072, 4-BR $2,553.

Full FMR table for King William County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in West Point

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.