
About This Property
Albemarle County Office of Housing operates 524 units of public housing in Charlottesville, VA. The Section 8 waitlist is currently open for applications, while the public housing waitlist is closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents.
Waitlist Information
No current information found
The HCV wait list is currently closed. When open, selection is via a lottery system with preferences for homelessness (referred by BRACH), living or working in Albemarle County, veterans, victims of domestic violence, and disability.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Albemarle County, VA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,392 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,415 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,678 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,114 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,608 |
Income Limits - Albemarle County, VA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,800
- Low (80%)
- $52,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,500
- Low (80%)
- $60,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,200
- Low (80%)
- $67,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,850
- Low (80%)
- $74,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,600
- Low (80%)
- $80,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,350
- Low (80%)
- $86,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,100
- Low (80%)
- $92,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $61,850
- Low (80%)
- $98,950
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,700 | $32,800 | $52,500 |
| 2 Persons | $22,500 | $37,500 | $60,000 |
| 3 Persons | $25,300 | $42,200 | $67,500 |
| 4 Persons | $28,100 | $46,850 | $74,950 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $50,600 | $80,950 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $54,350 | $86,950 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $58,100 | $92,950 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $61,850 | $98,950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Charlottesville, VA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Albemarle County, VA is: $1392 (Studio), $1415 (1BR), $1678 (2BR), $2114 (3BR), $2608 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Albermale County Office of Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Albermale County Office of Housing have?+
Albermale County Office of Housing has a total of 524 housing units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Albemarle County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Albemarle County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,100, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $46,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $74,950. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Albermale County Office of Housing?+
Albermale County Office of Housing is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4349724010, 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.
Is there a waitlist for Albermale County Office of Housing?+
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.
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