Charleston/Kanawha Housing Authority
1525 Washington St W, Charleston, WV, 25387 · ~4,311 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Charleston, WV (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: Kanawha County
Who this agency serves
Charleston/Kanawha Housing Authority served 3,884 households across 4,348 units (89% 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 $15,147, and pays an average of $399 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 3,884 of 4,348 units
- Avg. household income
- $15,147
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $399
- Avg. household size
- 1.8 people
- Households with children
- 29%
- Head of household 62+
- 34%
- Head of household with a disability
- 49%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 15 months
Unit mix: 38% 1-bedroom, 38% 2-bedroom, 24% 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 14 developments with an average score of 76 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarrett Terrace | Charleston | 97 High Performer | UPCS | May 2022 |
| Lippert Terrace | Charleston | 95 High Performer | UPCS | May 2022 |
| CRHLP 2 | Charleston | 94 High Performer | NSPIRE | Oct 2024 |
| Carroll Terrace | Charleston | 93 High Performer | UPCS | May 2022 |
| CRHLP 1 | Charleston | 93 High Performer | UPCS | Mar 2022 |
| CRHLP 3 | Charleston | 92 High Performer | NSPIRE | Oct 2024 |
| Hillcrest - Oakhurst | Charleston | 92 High Performer | NSPIRE | Oct 2024 |
| Orchard Manor | Charleston | 91 High Performer | NSPIRE | Aug 2024 |
| Lee Terrace | Charleston | 77 Standard | NSPIRE | Sep 2025 |
| HARRIS/ANDERSON APTS | Dunbar | 76 Standard | NSPIRE | Aug 2025 |
| CRHLP 5 | Charleston | 69 Standard | NSPIRE | Sep 2025 |
| CRHLP6 | Charleston | 48 Troubled | NSPIRE | Sep 2025 |
| CRH Orchard Elderly | Charleston | 33 Troubled | NSPIRE | Sep 2025 |
| South Park Village | Charleston | 7 Troubled | 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.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Charleston/Kanawha Housing Authority, 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 | $28,300 |
| 2 people | $32,350 |
| 3 people | $36,400 |
| 4 people | $40,400 |
| 5 people | $43,650 |
| 6 people | $46,900 |
| 7 people | $50,100 |
| 8 people | $53,350 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Charleston/Kanawha Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Charleston, WV
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.
CHARMCO LOFTS
606 MORRIS STREET, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530139 income-restricted units16 1BR, 18 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054PINE MEADOWS
711 FARRELL ROAD, ST ALBANS, WV, 2517740 income-restricted units16 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20244% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054WASHINGTON GREENE
1661 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538732 income-restricted units32 2BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054LIBERTY VILLAGE
1114 QUARRIER STREET, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530148 income-restricted units28 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053CAVALIER HEIGHTS
113 GOLDEN BEAR DRIVE, MONTGOMERY, WV, 2513628 income-restricted units18 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053STOCKTON GREENE
1625 7TH AVENUE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538743 income-restricted units13 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053SOUTHMOOR HILLS
5001 COLONIAL PARK DRIVE, SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV, 25309216 income-restricted units16 1BR, 88 2BR, 82 3BR, 30 4BR+Built 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053THURSTON LANDING II
3218 KANAWHA TERRACE, ST. ALBANS, WV, 2517740 income-restricted units32 1BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052BENTLEY APARTMENTS
1513 3RD AVENUE, CHARLESTON, WV, 1111124 income-restricted units18 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051THURSTON LANDING
3218 KANAWHA TERRACE, ST. ALBANS, WV, 2517736 income-restricted units10 1BR, 26 2BRBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051VICKERS PARKE II APARTMENTS
316 AMANITA DRIVE, SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV, 2530940 income-restricted units9 1BR, 31 2BRBuilt 20214% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051EAST WEST APARTMENTS
603A TO 603C RUFFNER AVE., CHARLESTON, WV, 2530120 income-restricted units16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050HOPE TOWNHOUSES
1310 SECOND AVENUE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530216 income-restricted units6 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049- Elderly
LITTLEPAGE #5
1820 7TH AVENUE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538720 income-restricted units12 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049 LITTLEPAGE #4
715 REBECCA AVENUE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2531224 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047RECOVERY POINT OF CHARLESTON
1613 6TH AVENUE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538724 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047SHREWSBURY VILLAGE
502 DICKINSON STREET, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530132 income-restricted units17 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045ELK VALLEY II APTS
301 S PINCH RD, ELKVIEW, WV, 2507132 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044ELK VALLEY II APTS
307 S PINCH RD, ELKVIEW, WV, 2507132 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044GREYSTONE & LEGION TOWNHOMES
1904 WASHINGTON ST W, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538731 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044CRH 8 LEGION PREZIOSO
1727 SEVENTH AVE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538730 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044CHARLESTON REPLACEMENT HOUSING #7
109 TIMOTHY WAY, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538728 income-restricted units20 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043GLENWOOD SCHOOL PLACE
810 GRANT ST, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530231 income-restricted units3 studio, 24 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043HOMES OF WASHINGTON MANOR (CRH 5)
600 CLENDENIN ST, CHARLESTON, WV74 income-restricted units44 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20129% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042CRH 5 WASHINGTON MANOR
117 CLARK DR, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530165 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2012Compliance through ~2042HOMES OF LITTLEPAGE TERRACE (CRH 6)
100 MCVEY WAY, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538723 income-restricted units4 1BR, 15 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041CHELYAN VILLAGE APTS
205 APPALACHIAN ST, CABIN CREEK, WV, 2503548 income-restricted units48 1BRBuilt 20104% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040ELK VALLEY I
295 S PINCH RD, ELKVIEW, WV, 2507128 income-restricted units12 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20104% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040CHARLESTON REPLACEMENT HOUSING 3
500 CLENDENIN STREET, CHARLESTON, WV96 income-restricted units52 1BR, 24 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040CRH 3 WASHINGTON MANOR & LITTLEPAGE
100 IDA MAE WAY, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530196 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Compliance through ~2040CRH 4 ORCHARD ELDERLY
321 COPENHAVER DR, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538712 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2009Compliance through ~2039CRH 2 SECTION 8 PBV
101 MCVEY WAY, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538744 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038ELLE BELLA VILLA
100 EVERETTE LN, DUNBAR, WV, 2506450 income-restricted units25 1BR, 25 2BRBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038CHARLESTON REPLACEMENT HOUSING 2
741-747 IOWA STREET, CHARLESTON, WV44 income-restricted units8 1BR, 18 2BR, 16 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 2008Compliance through ~2038CHARLESTON REPLACEMENT HOUSING
700 PATRICK ST, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538744 income-restricted units8 1BR, 14 2BR, 16 3BR, 6 4BR+Built 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037ELK CROSSING APTS
1511 FRAME RD, ELKVIEW, WV, 2507132 income-restricted units16 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037MEG VILLAGE
1 MEG DR, SISSONVILLE, WV, 2532044 income-restricted units20 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037TRACE RIDGE APTS
800 LORETTA LN, SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV, 2530948 income-restricted units24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037TYLER HEIGHTS APTS
100 TYLER RIDGE RD, CROSS LANES, WV, 2531340 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037CRH 1 PUBLIC HOUSING
711 PATRICK ST, CHARLESTON, WV, 2538744 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037VISTA VIEW APTS
1300 RENAISSANCE CIR, CHARLESTON, WV, 25311331 income-restricted units of 333 total15 studio, 151 1BR, 116 2BR, 48 3BR, 3 4BR+Built 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036CROSSROADS VILLAGE APTS PHASE II
100 CROSSROADS VLG, NITRO, WV, 2514326 income-restricted units6 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 4BR+Built 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036CARRIAGE HILL APTS
101 SURREY TER, ST ALBANS, WV, 2517750 income-restricted units32 2BR, 18 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036KNOLLVIEW VILLAGE APTS
571 MACCORKLE AVE SW, ST ALBANS, WV48 income-restricted units25 1BR, 23 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035JENNA LANDING APTS
308 JENNA WAY, SISSONVILLE, WV, 2532048 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034CHESTERFIELD VILLAGE
5250 CHESTERFIELD AVE, CHARLESTON, WV, 2530424 income-restricted units12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033PERKINS PARKE APTS
100 DREXEL PL, CROSS LANES, WV, 2531356 income-restricted units8 1BR, 40 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033SOUTHMOOR HILLS APTS
5019 KINGSWOOD DR, SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV, 25309162 income-restricted units4 1BR, 78 2BR, 60 3BR, 20 4BR+Built 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033MILL CREEK LANDING APTS
1 WISE ACRES DR, CHARLESTON, WV, 2531148 income-restricted units8 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031POCATALICO VILLAGE
2005 TERESA LN, SISSONVILLE, WV, 2532038 income-restricted units16 1BR, 22 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031UPPER FALLS LANDING APTS
1300 THIRD AVE W, MONTGOMERY, WV, 2513624 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029ROBINSON ESTATES (GARDNER AVE)
109 E GARDNER AVE, BELLE, WV, 250152 income-restricted units2 3BRBuilt 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 Charleston/Kanawha 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.