1 waitlist is currently open in Portsmouth, VA
Apply before waitlists close. Check each listing for details and deadlines.
2300 COLUMBUS AVENUE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704
2300 COLUMBUS AVENUE, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23704
3401 TURNPIKE RD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707
3401 TURNPIKE RD, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23707
5120 GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY, PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23702
3116 South St, Portsmouth, VA, 23707
Income Limits - Portsmouth County, VA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,600
- Low (80%)
- $47,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,800
- Low (80%)
- $54,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,050
- Low (80%)
- $60,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,250
- Low (80%)
- $67,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,650
- Low (80%)
- $73,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,050
- Low (80%)
- $78,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,400
- Low (80%)
- $83,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,800
- Low (80%)
- $89,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,750 | $29,600 | $47,350 |
| 2 Persons | $20,300 | $33,800 | $54,100 |
| 3 Persons | $22,850 | $38,050 | $60,850 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,250 | $67,600 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,650 | $73,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $49,050 | $78,450 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,800 | $89,250 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Housing in Portsmouth, VA
How many affordable housing options are in Portsmouth, Virginia?+
There are 43 affordable housing properties in Portsmouth, Virginia, including 7 public housing, 35 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), 1 housing authority listings. Browse the full list above to find options that fit your needs.
How do I apply for Section 8 housing in Portsmouth, Virginia?+
To apply for Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) in Portsmouth, Virginia, contact your local housing authority. You can browse the housing authority listings on this page to find contact information. Applications are typically accepted when the waitlist is open. Eligibility is based on income (generally below 50% of Area Median Income), family size, and citizenship status.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Portsmouth County, Virginia?+
For a 4-person household in Portsmouth County, Virginia, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,600. Income limits vary by household size and are updated annually by HUD.
Are there open waitlists for affordable housing in Portsmouth, Virginia?+
Yes, there are currently 1 housing authority with open waitlists in Portsmouth, Virginia. Look for the "Waitlist Open" badge on listings above, or use the waitlist filter to find them quickly. Waitlist availability changes frequently, so apply as soon as possible.
What types of affordable housing are available in Portsmouth, Virginia?+
Portsmouth, Virginia has the following types of affordable housing: Public Housing (government-owned units with income-based rent); LIHTC properties (privately owned, tax-credit funded affordable apartments); Housing Authorities (administering Section 8 vouchers and public housing). Each program has different eligibility requirements and application processes.
What is the population of Portsmouth, Virginia?+
Portsmouth, Virginia has an estimated population of 94,961. With 43 affordable housing properties serving the area, there are housing assistance options available for eligible residents.