About This Property
Commons At Greenwood comprises 52 units in Portsmouth, VA, with 36 units designated as low-income housing. The property, which has been in service since 1995, is designed to serve elderly residents and features a unit mix of 36 two-bedroom apartments. The development utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. The waiting list for 2 and 4-bedroom Public Housing units at Swanson Homes was last open from January 29, 2020, until January 30, 2020. An opening for Phoebus Square (1-bedroom, 62+), Lexington Place (1-3 bedrooms), and Hope Village (1-3 bedrooms) occurred from May 6, 2026, to May 8, 2026, accepting online applications. Preferences for this opening included living or working in Portsmouth, elderly and/or disabled families, PRHA Section 8/HCV participant terminated due to insufficient funding, veterans, involuntarily displaced residents, or homeless individuals, with a lottery system determining placement.
The waiting list is closed because the demand for assistance exceeds available funding. Applicants are placed based on application date/time and local preferences. Income must not exceed 50% of Area Median Income.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 5, 2026
Property Details
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size apartments are available at Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood offers the following unit types: 36 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 52 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Portsmouth County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Portsmouth County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Commons At Greenwood?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who manages Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
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