Public HousingWaitlist Open

Chitwood Apartments.

Name: Chitwood Apartments.
Address: 421 East St, Alma, AR, 72921, US
Telephone: 4796322043

421 East St, Alma, AR, 72921

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Chitwood Apartments is a public housing development in Alma, AR consisting of 2 units, both of which are accessible. The property serves Crawford County residents seeking affordable rental housing.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of the City of Alma

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person

The waiting list is open until further notice. Preferences are given to working families, senior/disabled households, veterans, elderly, or local residents. The Alma Housing Authority offers one Public Housing waiting list for families and senior/disabled households, ranging in size from studios to 3 bedrooms. To apply, visit the AHA office at 9 W Main St., Alma, AR 72921, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm CT, Monday-Friday, to pick up and hand-deliver a pre-application. The wait list is exceptionally short.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently closed. The Alma Housing Authority (AHA) explicitly states that it does not accept Section 8 Vouchers; for Crawford County Section 8, the phone number is 479-474-0512.

Last verified February 21, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Crawford County, AR

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$674
1 Bedroom	$678
2 Bedroom	$891
3 Bedroom	$1,222
4 Bedroom	$1,437

Income Limits - Crawford County, AR

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $19,050
Low (80%): $30,450

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $21,750
Low (80%): $34,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $24,450
Low (80%): $39,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,150
Low (80%): $43,450

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,350
Very Low (50%): $29,350
Low (80%): $46,950

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,500
Very Low (50%): $31,500
Low (80%): $50,450

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,700
Very Low (50%): $33,700
Low (80%): $53,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,850
Very Low (50%): $35,850
Low (80%): $57,400

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$19,050	$30,450
2 Persons	$17,420	$21,750	$34,800
3 Persons	$21,960	$24,450	$39,150
4 Persons	$26,500	$27,150	$43,450
5 Persons	$29,350	$29,350	$46,950
6 Persons	$31,500	$31,500	$50,450
7 Persons	$33,700	$33,700	$53,900
8 Persons	$35,850	$35,850	$57,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Alma, AR?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Crawford County, AR is: $674 (Studio), $678 (1BR), $891 (2BR), $1222 (3BR), $1437 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Chitwood Apartments. is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Chitwood Apartments. have?+

Chitwood Apartments. has a total of 2 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Crawford County, AR?+

For a 4-person household in Crawford County, AR, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Chitwood Apartments.?+

Chitwood Apartments. is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 4796322043, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Chitwood Apartments.?+

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

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