Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth.
170 Dogwood Ter, Big Stone Gap, VA, 24219 · ~166 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Big Stone Gap, VA (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: Wise County
Who this agency serves
Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth. served 136 households across 166 units (82% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.8 people, an average annual income of $12,016, and pays an average of $297 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 136 of 166 units
- Avg. household income
- $12,016
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $297
- Avg. household size
- 1.8 people
- Households with children
- 29%
- Head of household 62+
- 32%
- Head of household with a disability
- 53%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 2 months
Unit mix: 14% 1-bedroom, 39% 2-bedroom, 47% 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.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth., 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 | $28,000 |
| 2 people | $32,000 |
| 3 people | $36,000 |
| 4 people | $39,950 |
| 5 people | $43,150 |
| 6 people | $46,350 |
| 7 people | $49,550 |
| 8 people | $52,750 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth. directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Big Stone Gap, VA
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.
- 23 income-restricted units21 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046
COMMONWEALTH APTS
603 COMMONWEALTH ST, WISE, VA, 2429326 income-restricted units10 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042WOODSTONE VILLAGE I
211 WOODSTONE DR E, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 2421936 income-restricted units22 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037WOODSTONE VILLAGE II
273 WOODSTONE DR E, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 2421918 income-restricted units18 1BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037DOGWOOD TERRACE
170 DOGWOOD TER, BIG STONE GAP, VA, 2421997 income-restricted units57 2BR, 36 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034INMAN VILLAGE
100 DON WHITEHEAD DR, APPALACHIA, VA, 2421688 income-restricted units16 1BR, 52 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033
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 Big Stone Gap Redevelopment and Housing Auth. 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.