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Potomac Towers

Name: Potomac Towers
Address: 11 W Baltimore St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, US
Telephone: 3017336911
Rating: 96

11 W Baltimore St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740

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

About This Property

Potomac Towers is a public housing development in Hagerstown, MD that contains 126 units, all of which are accessible. Residents pay $317 per month in rent. The property serves households in Washington County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Hagerstown Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Placement on the wait list is according to the number of bedrooms needed and determined by preferences: Reasonable Accommodation (25 points), Residency Preference (20 points), Elderly/Disabled Head or Co-head or Displaced Single (5 points), Working Preference (5 points).

Last verified July 2, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Placement on the waiting list is determined by Preference Points, which are given to residents of the City of Hagerstown, applicants who are elderly or disabled, and by date and time of application.

Last verified July 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

126

Rent/Month

$317

Accessible Units

126

HUD Inspection Score

Excellent

Inspected December 2017

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

Fair Market Rent - Washington 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	$830
1 Bedroom	$932
2 Bedroom	$1,225
3 Bedroom	$1,713
4 Bedroom	$1,889

Income Limits - Washington County, MD

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,250
Very Low (50%): $27,050
Low (80%): $43,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,550
Very Low (50%): $30,900
Low (80%): $49,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $34,750
Low (80%): $55,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $38,600
Low (80%): $61,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $41,700
Low (80%): $66,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $44,800
Low (80%): $71,650

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $47,900
Low (80%): $76,600

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $51,000
Low (80%): $81,550

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,250	$27,050	$43,250
2 Persons	$18,550	$30,900	$49,400
3 Persons	$21,960	$34,750	$55,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$38,600	$61,750
5 Persons	$31,040	$41,700	$66,700
6 Persons	$35,580	$44,800	$71,650
7 Persons	$40,120	$47,900	$76,600
8 Persons	$44,660	$51,000	$81,550

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent at Potomac Towers?+

The estimated rent at Potomac Towers is $317 per month. Actual rent may vary based on unit size, income level, and subsidy. Contact the property directly for current pricing.

How many units does Potomac Towers have?+

Potomac Towers has a total of 126 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Potomac Towers?+

Potomac Towers is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 3017336911, 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.

What is the HUD inspection score for Potomac Towers?+

Potomac Towers has a HUD inspection score of 96 out of 100, which is considered excellent. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Washington County, MD?+

For a 4-person household in Washington County, MD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Potomac Towers?+

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.

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