About This Property
Potters Avenue offers 36 low-income units in Providence, Rhode Island, with a unit mix of eleven 2-bedroom, twenty-four 3-bedroom, and one 4-bedroom apartments. The property has been in service since 2005 and is financed through 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. A non-profit organization owns and manages the development.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority Providence
Applications are accepted for studio (single persons 18+ with disability and 50+), one-bedroom (elderly and/or disabled), and two to seven-bedroom (family units) apartments. An Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) preference is available for families displaced by EHV program termination, from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist remains open and applications are submitted through the Rhode Island Centralized Wait List portal.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Providence County, RI
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,289 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,398 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,693 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,047 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,536 |
Income Limits - Providence County, RI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,300
- Low (80%)
- $48,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,600
- Low (80%)
- $55,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,950
- Low (80%)
- $62,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,250
- Low (80%)
- $69,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,750
- Low (80%)
- $74,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,200
- Low (80%)
- $80,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,650
- Low (80%)
- $85,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $57,100
- Low (80%)
- $91,350
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,200 | $30,300 | $48,450 |
| 2 Persons | $20,800 | $34,600 | $55,400 |
| 3 Persons | $23,400 | $38,950 | $62,300 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $43,250 | $69,200 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $46,750 | $74,750 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $50,200 | $80,300 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $53,650 | $85,850 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $57,100 | $91,350 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Providence, RI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Providence County, RI is: $1289 (Studio), $1398 (1BR), $1693 (2BR), $2047 (3BR), $2536 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Potters Avenue is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Potters Avenue?+
Potters Avenue offers the following unit types: 11 Two-Bedroom, 24 Three-Bedroom, 1 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 36 units.
What is the price range for apartments in Providence, RI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Providence County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $1693, 3-bedroom: $2047. Actual rent at Potters Avenue may be lower for income-eligible households.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Providence County, RI?+
For a 4-person household in Providence County, RI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $69,200. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who manages Potters Avenue?+
Potters Avenue is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Potters Avenue?+
Potters Avenue 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 Potters Avenue?+
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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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