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Housing Authority of Boston

Name: Housing Authority of Boston
Address: 210 Carlee St, Brilliant, AL, 35548, US
Telephone: 2054652490

210 Carlee St, Brilliant, AL, 35548

Information verified August 16, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 5 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of Boston operates 90 units of public housing in Brilliant, AL within Marion County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applicants. This property provides rental assistance options through the housing authority's programs.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened March 1, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Priority is given to veterans, the elderly, and people exiting domestic violence; applicants who decline two invitations will be removed from the waitlist. Qualified applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received, with income not exceeding 50% of the median income. Applications can be picked up and hand-delivered at 210 Carlee Street, Brilliant, AL, or requested by phone at (205) 465-2490.

Last verified March 1, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened March 11, 2026

Apply: Multiple

The waiting list is approximately 1.5 years long; priority is given to veterans, the elderly, and people exiting domestic violence, and applicants who decline two invitations will be removed from the waitlist. Applications can be requested by contacting the housing authority directly by phone at (205) 465-2490.

Last verified March 11, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 16, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Marion County, AL

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$581
1 Bedroom	$652
2 Bedroom	$857
3 Bedroom	$1,091
4 Bedroom	$1,454

Income Limits - Marion County, AL

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $19,300
Low (80%): $30,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $22,050
Low (80%): $35,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $24,800
Low (80%): $39,700

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,550
Low (80%): $44,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,800
Very Low (50%): $29,800
Low (80%): $47,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,000
Very Low (50%): $32,000
Low (80%): $51,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,200
Very Low (50%): $34,200
Low (80%): $54,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,400
Very Low (50%): $36,400
Low (80%): $58,250

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$19,300	$30,900
2 Persons	$17,420	$22,050	$35,300
3 Persons	$21,960	$24,800	$39,700
4 Persons	$26,500	$27,550	$44,100
5 Persons	$29,800	$29,800	$47,650
6 Persons	$32,000	$32,000	$51,200
7 Persons	$34,200	$34,200	$54,700
8 Persons	$36,400	$36,400	$58,250

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Brilliant, AL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Marion County, AL is: $581 (Studio), $652 (1BR), $857 (2BR), $1091 (3BR), $1454 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of Boston is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of Boston have?+

Housing Authority of Boston has a total of 90 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Marion County, AL?+

For a 4-person household in Marion County, AL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $44,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of Boston?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of Boston?+

Housing Authority of Boston is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2054652490, 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.

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