About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans operates 90 public housing units in Saint Albans, WV. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled individuals; preferences are detailed on the application form. Declining two invitations will purge the application.
The voucher program department is accepting pre-applications. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Declining two invitations will purge the application.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Kanawha County, WV
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $688 |
| 1 Bedroom | $816 |
| 2 Bedroom | $994 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,300 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,324 |
Income Limits - Kanawha County, WV
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,400
- Low (80%)
- $34,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,450
- Low (80%)
- $39,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,500
- Low (80%)
- $44,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,550
- Low (80%)
- $48,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,000
- Low (80%)
- $52,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,450
- Low (80%)
- $56,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,900
- Low (80%)
- $60,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,350
- Low (80%)
- $64,550
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $21,400 | $34,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,450 | $39,150 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $27,500 | $44,050 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $30,550 | $48,900 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $33,000 | $52,850 |
| 6 Persons | $35,450 | $35,450 | $56,750 |
| 7 Persons | $37,900 | $37,900 | $60,650 |
| 8 Persons | $40,350 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Saint Albans, WV?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Kanawha County, WV is: $688 (Studio), $816 (1BR), $994 (2BR), $1300 (3BR), $1324 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans have?+
Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans has a total of 90 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Kanawha County, WV?+
For a 4-person household in Kanawha County, WV, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans?+
Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3047275441, 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.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of St. Albans?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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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