About This Property
Southside Gardens comprises 134 low-income units in Portsmouth, VA and has served families since 2012. The property includes 68 two-bedroom units, 50 three-bedroom units, and 16 four-bedroom units. The development operates under 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Applications are being accepted for Phoebus Square (1 bedroom), Lexington Place (1-2-3 bedrooms), and Hope Village (1-2-3 bedrooms). Preferences are given to those living/working in Portsmouth, elderly/disabled families, PRHA Section 8/HCV participants terminated due to insufficient funding, veterans, involuntarily displaced, or homeless. Applicants are placed on the preliminary waiting list by agency preferences and a lottery system, and must meet maximum income limits.
The waiting list is closed. Applicants are placed on the waiting list based on date and time of their application and any established local preferences. The Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority will not approve a tenancy for the initial occupancy of a unit if the family’s share would exceed 40 percent of the monthly adjusted income.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
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HUD Inspection Score
HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.
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 Southside Gardens?+
Southside Gardens offers the following unit types: 68 Two-Bedroom, 50 Three-Bedroom, 16 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 134 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.
Who manages Southside Gardens?+
Southside Gardens is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What is the HUD inspection score for Southside Gardens?+
Southside Gardens has a HUD inspection score of 81 out of 100, which is considered good. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.
Who is eligible to live at Southside Gardens?+
Southside Gardens primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Is there a waitlist for Southside Gardens?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
How do I apply for housing at Southside Gardens?+
Southside Gardens 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.
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