Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Open

Cottages At River House I

1000 Riverhouse Dr Apt 2, Salisbury, MD, 21801

Information verified May 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Cottages At River House I consists of 29 low-income residential units in Salisbury, Maryland. The property has been in service since 2003 and serves households in Wicomico County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Wicomico County Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened April 1, 2022

Apply: In-person or Mail

This waiting list is for Senior and Disabled Public Housing rental assistance. Applications can be picked up at the Wicomico Housing Authority office located at 911 Booth St., Salisbury, MD 21801, and then mailed or hand-delivered. Preference is given to applicants who live and/or work in Wicomico County.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Wicomico Housing Authority's Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from May 2015. There is no announced reopening directly from the Wicomico Housing Authority. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) had a centralized waitlist opening for the Eastern Shore, including Wicomico County, from April 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026, which is now closed. This process used a lottery for waitlist placement.

Last verified May 2, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Wicomico 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	$991
1 Bedroom	$998
2 Bedroom	$1,311
3 Bedroom	$1,739
4 Bedroom	$1,746

Income Limits - Wicomico County, MD

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,150
Very Low (50%): $25,200
Low (80%): $40,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,800
Low (80%): $46,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $32,400
Low (80%): $51,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,000
Low (80%): $57,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $38,900
Low (80%): $62,250

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $41,800
Low (80%): $66,850

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $44,650
Low (80%): $71,450

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $47,550
Low (80%): $76,050

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,150	$25,200	$40,350
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,800	$46,100
3 Persons	$21,960	$32,400	$51,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,000	$57,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$38,900	$62,250
6 Persons	$35,580	$41,800	$66,850
7 Persons	$40,120	$44,650	$71,450
8 Persons	$44,660	$47,550	$76,050

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2003

Low-Income Units

29 / 29

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Salisbury, MD?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Wicomico County, MD is: $991 (Studio), $998 (1BR), $1311 (2BR), $1739 (3BR), $1746 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Cottages At River House I is typically 30% of household income or less.

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

For a 4-person household in Wicomico County, MD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Who manages Cottages At River House I?+

Cottages At River House I is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

Is there a waitlist for Cottages At River House I?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Cottages At River House I?+

Cottages At River House I 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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