About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon operates 84 public housing units in Buckhannon, West Virginia. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Applications for families and senior/disabled individuals are placed by date and time received; no specific preferences are mentioned.
Eligibility is generally based on income, family size, and citizenship status.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Upshur 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 | $703 |
| 1 Bedroom | $708 |
| 2 Bedroom | $924 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,156 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,403 |
Income Limits - Upshur County, WV
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,250
- Low (80%)
- $30,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,000
- Low (80%)
- $35,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,750
- Low (80%)
- $39,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,500
- Low (80%)
- $44,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,700
- Low (80%)
- $47,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,900
- Low (80%)
- $51,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,100
- Low (80%)
- $54,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,300
- Low (80%)
- $58,100
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,250 | $30,800 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $22,000 | $35,200 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,750 | $39,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,500 | $44,000 |
| 5 Persons | $29,700 | $29,700 | $47,550 |
| 6 Persons | $31,900 | $31,900 | $51,050 |
| 7 Persons | $34,100 | $34,100 | $54,600 |
| 8 Persons | $36,300 | $36,300 | $58,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Buckhannon, WV?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Upshur County, WV is: $703 (Studio), $708 (1BR), $924 (2BR), $1156 (3BR), $1403 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon has a total of 84 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon?+
Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3044721305, 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 Upshur County, WV?+
For a 4-person household in Upshur County, WV, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $44,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Buckhannon?+
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.
