Housing Authority of the City of Athens, Al
Athens, AL, 35611
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Athens, AL (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Limestone County
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Housing Authority of the City of Athens, Al, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $40,300 |
| 2 people | $46,050 |
| 3 people | $51,800 |
| 4 people | $57,550 |
| 5 people | $62,200 |
| 6 people | $66,800 |
| 7 people | $71,400 |
| 8 people | $76,000 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Housing Authority of the City of Athens, Al directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Athens, AL
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
FRENCH FARMS VILLAGE APTS
20766 VICTORIA WAY, ATHENS, AL, 3561156 income-restricted units28 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044OAKVIEW APTS
20844 JUNIPER PVT CIR, ATHENS, AL, 3561184 income-restricted units20 1BR, 42 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038- 72 income-restricted units18 1BR, 54 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035
WATER OAK APTS
1418 E ELM ST, ATHENS, AL, 3561148 income-restricted units16 1BR, 24 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035WINDSCAPE APTS
2220 WINDSCAPE DR, ATHENS, AL, 3561171 income-restricted units of 84 total12 1BR, 48 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032COTTONWOOD APTS
209 SOUTHWIND DR, ATHENS, AL, 3561148 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030GREENRIDGE APTS
25600 SMITHFIELD RD, ELKMONT, AL, 3562012 income-restricted units4 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028SOUTHWIND APTS
208 SOUTHWIND DR, ATHENS, AL, 3561150 income-restricted units10 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026ARDMORE SQUARE APTS
26696 WHITT ST, ARDMORE, AL, 3573924 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024ATHENS SQUARE
1601 W ELM ST, ATHENS, AL, 3561140 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024ATHENS MANOR
220 HINE ST S, ATHENS, AL, 3561124 income-restricted units18 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 19914% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the City of Athens, Al directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.