Sheffield, AL Low Income Housing

Types of Low Income Housing in Sheffield, AL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Sheffield, AL, including:

Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Sheffield, Alabama - Colbert County

Studio Apartments $664

One Bedroom Apartments $720

Two Bedroom Apartments $940

Three Bedroom Apartments $1,157

List of Low Income Housing in or near Sheffield, AL

Sheffield Housing Authority - Sheffield

2120 W 17th Street
Sheffield, AL - 35660
(256) 383-4773
Sheffield Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing Apartments and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs and rentals are income restricted and eligibility requirements are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for vouchers or rentals. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly at the number provided to obtain more information about elig...see full details
Colbert County

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Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.