About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Cumming operates 50 affordable housing units in Cumming, Georgia. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applicants. The authority provides rental assistance programs for eligible households in Forsyth County.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility typically depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration. Declining two invitations to apply will result in the application being purged from the waitlist. The Housing Authority aims to provide safe, affordable, and inclusive housing solutions for elderly, individuals, and multi-family households.
Eligibility typically depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration. The Housing Authority administers federal rental assistance programs.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 5, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Forsyth County, GA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,643 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,844 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,230 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,707 |
Income Limits - Forsyth County, GA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,200
- Low (80%)
- $48,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,500
- Low (80%)
- $55,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,800
- Low (80%)
- $62,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,100
- Low (80%)
- $68,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,550
- Low (80%)
- $74,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,000
- Low (80%)
- $80,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,450
- Low (80%)
- $85,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,900
- Low (80%)
- $91,050
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,100 | $30,200 | $48,300 |
| 2 Persons | $20,700 | $34,500 | $55,200 |
| 3 Persons | $23,300 | $38,800 | $62,100 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $43,100 | $68,950 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $46,550 | $74,500 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $53,450 | $85,500 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $56,900 | $91,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Cumming, GA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Forsyth County, GA is: $1599 (Studio), $1643 (1BR), $1844 (2BR), $2230 (3BR), $2707 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Cumming is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Cumming have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Cumming has a total of 50 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Cumming?+
Housing Authority of the City of Cumming is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7708875331, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Cumming?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Forsyth County, GA?+
For a 4-person household in Forsyth County, GA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,950. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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