About This Property
Arab Housing Authority offers 174 units of public housing in Arab, AL in Marshall County. The property currently has an open waitlist for public housing and maintains an open Section 8 waitlist for eligible applicants.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled households. Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time their pre-application is received; no preferences are listed.
Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time their pre-application is received; no preferences are listed. The current wait time for a voucher is approximately 1 year.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Marshall 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 | $655 |
| 1 Bedroom | $659 |
| 2 Bedroom | $866 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,166 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,170 |
Income Limits - Marshall County, AL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,850
- Low (80%)
- $31,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,700
- Low (80%)
- $36,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,550
- Low (80%)
- $40,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,350
- Low (80%)
- $45,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,650
- Low (80%)
- $49,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,900
- Low (80%)
- $52,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,200
- Low (80%)
- $56,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,450
- Low (80%)
- $59,900
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,850 | $31,750 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $22,700 | $36,300 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $25,550 | $40,850 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $28,350 | $45,350 |
| 5 Persons | $30,650 | $30,650 | $49,000 |
| 6 Persons | $32,900 | $32,900 | $52,650 |
| 7 Persons | $35,200 | $35,200 | $56,250 |
| 8 Persons | $37,450 | $37,450 | $59,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Arab, AL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Marshall County, AL is: $655 (Studio), $659 (1BR), $866 (2BR), $1166 (3BR), $1170 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Arab Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Arab Housing Authority have?+
Arab Housing Authority has a total of 174 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Marshall County, AL?+
For a 4-person household in Marshall County, AL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $28,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $45,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Arab Housing Authority?+
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 Arab Housing Authority?+
Arab Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2565865904, or visiting their website, 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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