
About This Property
Albemarle County Office of Housing operates 524 public housing units in Charlottesville, VA. The property currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing and an open waitlist for Section 8 vouchers. This housing authority provides affordable rental options to eligible households in the area.
Waitlist Information
No current information found regarding an open waiting list for Public Housing.
Eligibility preferences include homelessness (with BRACH referral), living/working in Albemarle County, veteran status, disability, and victims of domestic violence. Applications are selected via a lottery system and then scored by preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 18, 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.
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.
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.
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