Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Open

Cove At Southlake

509 Hickory Ln, Albany, GA, 31701

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Cove At Southlake is an affordable housing community in Albany, GA with 38 units. The property was placed in service in 2011 and serves the Dougherty County area. This development offers rental housing options for income-qualified residents.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of the City of Albany

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The waiting list is currently open indefinitely for families and senior/disabled households. Preferences include being displaced due to fire, disaster, or government action; participating in the 'strive to thrive' initiative; stable work history; elderly; disabled; homeless; or veteran. Applications are accepted online via a pre-application web portal for elderly/disabled or those displaced by a natural disaster, or by downloading, printing, and returning applications to specific Amp locations for various bedroom units.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed due to limited federal funding for vouchers. Historically, a lottery system was used for pre-applications. Preferences include being displaced due to fire, disaster, or government action; participating in the 'strive to thrive' initiative; stable work history; elderly; disabled; homeless; or veteran.

Last verified February 9, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Dougherty County, GA

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$854
1 Bedroom	$860
2 Bedroom	$997
3 Bedroom	$1,328
4 Bedroom	$1,620

Income Limits - Dougherty County, GA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $12,880
Very Low (50%): $19,500
Low (80%): $31,200

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $22,300
Low (80%): $35,650

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $25,100
Low (80%): $40,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $27,850
Low (80%): $44,550

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,100
Very Low (50%): $30,100
Low (80%): $48,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,350
Very Low (50%): $32,350
Low (80%): $51,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,550
Very Low (50%): $34,550
Low (80%): $55,250

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,800
Very Low (50%): $36,800
Low (80%): $58,850

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$12,880	$19,500	$31,200
2 Persons	$17,420	$22,300	$35,650
3 Persons	$21,960	$25,100	$40,100
4 Persons	$26,500	$27,850	$44,550
5 Persons	$30,100	$30,100	$48,150
6 Persons	$32,350	$32,350	$51,700
7 Persons	$34,550	$34,550	$55,250
8 Persons	$36,800	$36,800	$58,850

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2011

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

0 / 38

Designations

Qualified Census Tract

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Albany, GA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dougherty County, GA is: $854 (Studio), $860 (1BR), $997 (2BR), $1328 (3BR), $1620 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Cove At Southlake is typically 30% of household income or less.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dougherty County, GA?+

For a 4-person household in Dougherty County, GA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $44,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Cove At Southlake?+

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.

Who manages Cove At Southlake?+

Cove At Southlake is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

How do I apply for housing at Cove At Southlake?+

Cove At Southlake is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

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