About This Property
Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority operates 538 units of public housing in Accomac, VA serving Accomack County residents. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible households in the region.
Waitlist Information
The first step is to check the status of the Waiting List for Project Based Properties. If the Waiting List is closed, you cannot apply for the program. Applications will be available at 23372 Front Street, Accomac, Virginia and must be completed and returned along with any required information before the published closing of the Waiting List. There is no schedule to open any Waiting List.
Applications are available at 23372 Front Street, Accomac, Virginia when the waiting list is open. Incomplete applications are rejected and no complete applications are accepted after a Waiting List officially closes. There is no schedule to open any Waiting List. HUD requires all persons to be pulled from the waiting list and offered a voucher prior to opening a new Waiting List, which does not happen on a regular schedule.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Accomack County, VA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $766 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedroom | $938 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,294 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,592 |
Income Limits - Accomack County, VA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $20,900
- Low (80%)
- $33,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,900
- Low (80%)
- $38,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,900
- Low (80%)
- $43,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,850
- Low (80%)
- $47,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,250
- Low (80%)
- $51,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,650
- Low (80%)
- $55,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,050
- Low (80%)
- $59,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $39,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,450
- Low (80%)
- $63,050
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $20,900 | $33,450 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $23,900 | $38,200 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $26,900 | $43,000 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $32,250 | $51,600 |
| 6 Persons | $34,650 | $34,650 | $55,400 |
| 7 Persons | $37,050 | $37,050 | $59,250 |
| 8 Persons | $39,450 | $39,450 | $63,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Accomac, VA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Accomack County, VA is: $766 (Studio), $832 (1BR), $938 (2BR), $1294 (3BR), $1592 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority have?+
Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority has a total of 538 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority?+
Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7577872800, or visiting their website, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Accomack County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Accomack County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $29,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $47,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority?+
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.
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