
About This Property
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development operates 2,709 housing units in Lanham, Prince George's County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority manages affordable rental options for eligible residents in the area.
Waitlist Information
The Public Housing waitlist is currently closed, and no announcement about a future opening was found.
The waitlist is reopening for the Housing Choice Voucher and Project Based Voucher Programs for specific locations. Applications are accepted, but a lottery selection process is used for waitlist placement. Submitting an application does not guarantee a spot on the waitlist.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Prince George's County, MD
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,772 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,803 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,045 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,544 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,015 |
Income Limits - Prince George's County, MD
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,150
- Low (80%)
- $57,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,600
- Low (80%)
- $65,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,050
- Low (80%)
- $74,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $64,500
- Low (80%)
- $82,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $41,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $69,700
- Low (80%)
- $88,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $74,850
- Low (80%)
- $95,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $48,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $80,000
- Low (80%)
- $102,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $51,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $85,150
- Low (80%)
- $108,650
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $27,100 | $45,150 | $57,650 |
| 2 Persons | $31,000 | $51,600 | $65,850 |
| 3 Persons | $34,850 | $58,050 | $74,100 |
| 4 Persons | $38,700 | $64,500 | $82,300 |
| 5 Persons | $41,800 | $69,700 | $88,900 |
| 6 Persons | $44,900 | $74,850 | $95,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,000 | $80,000 | $102,100 |
| 8 Persons | $51,100 | $85,150 | $108,650 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Lanham, MD?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Prince George's County, MD is: $1772 (Studio), $1803 (1BR), $2045 (2BR), $2544 (3BR), $3015 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Md Department. of Housing and Community Development is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Md Department. of Housing and Community Development have?+
Md Department. of Housing and Community Development has a total of 2709 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Prince George's County, MD?+
For a 4-person household in Prince George's County, MD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $38,700, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $64,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $82,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Md Department. of Housing and Community Development?+
Md Department. of Housing and Community Development is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3014297400, 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 Md Department. of Housing and Community Development?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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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