
About This Property
Greeneville Housing Authority operates 324 units of public housing in Greeneville, Tennessee. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance programs to eligible residents in Greene County.
Waitlist Information
Waiting lists for 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom Public Housing units are closed. Required documents include Government Issued Photo Identification, Social Security card, Birth Certificates, Proof of Enrollment, and Income Verification. Residents must agree to annual home inspections and maintain utilities. Prior residents must have paid any balance owed to HA. A smoke-free policy is in effect.
Applications can be submitted on their web application when the waiting list is open. The list opens and closes periodically based on the number of eligible applications.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Greene County, TN
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $584 |
| 1 Bedroom | $767 |
| 2 Bedroom | $861 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,213 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,371 |
Income Limits - Greene County, TN
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $20,150
- Low (80%)
- $32,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,000
- Low (80%)
- $36,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,750
- Low (80%)
- $46,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,050
- Low (80%)
- $49,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,350
- Low (80%)
- $53,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,650
- Low (80%)
- $57,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,950
- Low (80%)
- $60,750
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $20,150 | $32,200 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $23,000 | $36,800 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $25,900 | $41,400 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $28,750 | $46,000 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $31,050 | $49,700 |
| 6 Persons | $33,350 | $33,350 | $53,400 |
| 7 Persons | $35,650 | $35,650 | $57,050 |
| 8 Persons | $37,950 | $37,950 | $60,750 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Greeneville, TN?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Greene County, TN is: $584 (Studio), $767 (1BR), $861 (2BR), $1213 (3BR), $1371 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Greeneville Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Greeneville Housing Authority have?+
Greeneville Housing Authority has a total of 324 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Greeneville Housing Authority?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Greeneville Housing Authority?+
Greeneville Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4236383111, 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 are the income limits for affordable housing in Greene County, TN?+
For a 4-person household in Greene County, TN, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $28,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $46,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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