Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Winchester, VA
There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Winchester with roughly 508 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 9 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $392 to $472 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Winchester
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Winchester
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Place LIHTCPB Section 8 | 236 | — | — |
| Autumn Wind LIHTCPB Section 8 | 104 | — | — |
| Winchester House PB Section 8 | 80 | $392 | — |
| Shenandoah LIHTCPB Section 8 | 50 | — | — |
| Senseny Place Apartments LIHTC§202 Senior | 11 | $472 | — |
| North Kent Court LIHTCPB Section 8 | 8 | — | — |
| Freemont-chase Rehab Project LIHTCPB Section 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Holcomb House LIHTCPB Section 8 | 6 | — | — |
| City Light No 1 LIHTC | 4 | — | — |
| Baker Street Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | 3 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Winchester (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Place LIHTCPB Section 8 | 236 | — | — |
| Autumn Wind LIHTCPB Section 8 | 104 | — | — |
| Winchester House PB Section 8 | 80 | $392 | — |
| Shenandoah LIHTCPB Section 8 | 50 | — | — |
| North Kent Court LIHTCPB Section 8 | 8 | — | — |
| Freemont-chase Rehab Project LIHTCPB Section 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Holcomb House LIHTCPB Section 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Baker Street Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | 3 | — | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Winchester
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senseny Place Apartments LIHTC§202 Senior | 11 | $472 | — |
| City Light No 1 LIHTC | 4 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: Winchester city Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Winchester city: studio $1,133, 1-BR $1,255, 2-BR $1,573, 3-BR $1,965, 4-BR $2,639.
Full FMR table for Winchester city →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Winchester
- 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.