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Albermale County Office of Housing

Name: Albermale County Office of Housing
Address: 1600 5th St, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, US
Telephone: 4349724010

1600 5th St, Charlottesville, VA, 22902

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

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

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The waiting lists for Albemarle County Office of Housing's programs, including Public Housing, are currently closed. The application process typically involves an online portal and a lottery system.

Last verified March 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

When open, applications are submitted through an online Resident Portal and selected via a lottery system. Preferences include homelessness (with referral from BRACH) and living or working in Albemarle County. Applicants must meet HUD's family definition, have income not exceeding 50% of the Area Median Income, qualify based on citizenship or eligible immigrant status, and provide SSN information.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

524

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,700
Very Low (50%): $32,800
Low (80%): $52,500

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,500
Very Low (50%): $37,500
Low (80%): $60,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,300
Very Low (50%): $42,200
Low (80%): $67,500

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,100
Very Low (50%): $46,850
Low (80%): $74,950

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $50,600
Low (80%): $80,950

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $54,350
Low (80%): $86,950

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $58,100
Low (80%): $92,950

8 Persons

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

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.

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.

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.

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