How many low income apartments are in Wytheville, VA?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Wytheville with approximately 542 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Wytheville?

Tenant-paid rents in Wytheville's assisted buildings typically range from about $334 to $368 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 Wytheville?

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 Wytheville?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Wythe County: about $762/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 Wytheville, VA

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Wytheville with roughly 542 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $334 to $368 per month. Median reported wait: about 39 months.

assisted properties

542

subsidized units

$351

typical rent

39 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Wytheville

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Wytheville

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hedgefield Terrace Public Housing	220	$368	39 mo
Northwinds LIHTCPB Section 8	144	$334	—
Longview Village LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Westwood LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Freedom Lane LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Jefferson Union LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Southridge LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—
Cassell Pines LIHTCPB Section 8	18	—	—
Wytheville Community Apts §811	10	—	—
Jefferson Place LIHTC	2	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Wytheville (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
Northwinds LIHTCPB Section 8	144	$334	—
Longview Village LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Westwood LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Freedom Lane LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Jefferson Union LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Southridge LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—
Cassell Pines LIHTCPB Section 8	18	—	—

Public housing developments in Wytheville

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hedgefield Terrace Public Housing	220	$368	39 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Wytheville

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
Jefferson Place LIHTC	2	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Wythe County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Wythe County: studio $758, 1-BR $762, 2-BR $914, 3-BR $1,212, 4-BR $1,533.

Full FMR table for Wythe County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Wytheville

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.