Selma Housing Authority
444 Washington St, Selma, AL, 36703 · ~1,759 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Selma, 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.
Who this agency serves
Selma Housing Authority served 1,289 households across 1,759 units (73% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 2.3 people, an average annual income of $13,674, and pays an average of $324 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 1,289 of 1,759 units
- Avg. household income
- $13,674
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $324
- Avg. household size
- 2.3 people
- Households with children
- 49%
- Head of household 62+
- 25%
- Head of household with a disability
- 31%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 19 months
Unit mix: 17% 1-bedroom, 42% 2-bedroom, 41% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 5 developments with an average score of 97 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Court | Selma | 100 High Performer | NSPIRE | Dec 2025 |
| FELIX HEIGHTS | Selma | 99 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2024 |
| VALLEY CREEK HOMES | Selma | 98 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2024 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER | Selma | 98 High Performer | NSPIRE | Feb 2024 |
| RANGEDALE | Selma | 89 Standard | NSPIRE | Jun 2025 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Selma Housing Authority 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.