About This Property
Castle Oak Apartments is a 100-unit affordable housing community in Columbus, MS that has served families since 1988. The property offers a mix of floor plans including 40 one-bedroom, 41 two-bedroom, and 19 three-bedroom units. Castle Oak Apartments participates in the 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. Iv
The website provides a link to download a Public Housing Pre-Application, but does not explicitly state if the waiting list is currently open or closed. The presence of a pre-application download suggests it may be open or has been open.
The website indicates that if a family cannot find an acceptable unit before their voucher expires, they lose it, and the voucher is given to the next person on the waiting list. This implies a waiting list exists, but its current status (open/closed) is not explicitly stated. However, the presence of a pre-application download suggests it might be open or has been open.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Lowndes County, MS
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $749 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedroom | $906 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,244 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,412 |
Income Limits - Lowndes County, MS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,450
- Low (80%)
- $34,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,500
- Low (80%)
- $39,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,550
- Low (80%)
- $44,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,600
- Low (80%)
- $48,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,050
- Low (80%)
- $52,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,500
- Low (80%)
- $56,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,950
- Low (80%)
- $60,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,400
- Low (80%)
- $64,650
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $21,450 | $34,300 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $24,500 | $39,200 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $27,550 | $44,100 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $30,600 | $48,950 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $33,050 | $52,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,500 | $35,500 | $56,800 |
| 7 Persons | $37,950 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 8 Persons | $40,400 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Columbus, MS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lowndes County, MS is: $749 (Studio), $753 (1BR), $906 (2BR), $1244 (3BR), $1412 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Castle Oak Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Castle Oak Apts?+
Castle Oak Apts offers the following unit types: 40 One-Bedroom, 41 Two-Bedroom, 19 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 100 units.
Who is eligible to live at Castle Oak Apts?+
Castle Oak Apts primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
What is the price range for apartments in Columbus, MS?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Lowndes County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $753, 2-bedroom: $906, 3-bedroom: $1244. Actual rent at Castle Oak Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who manages Castle Oak Apts?+
Castle Oak Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Castle Oak Apts?+
Castle Oak Apts 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.
Is there a waitlist for Castle Oak Apts?+
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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Lowndes County, MS?+
For a 4-person household in Lowndes County, MS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $30,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $48,950. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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