About This Property
Arbour Reach comprises 92 two-bedroom units serving low-income families in Portsmouth, VA. The property has been in service since 1998 and is funded through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. All 92 units are designated for low-income households.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Applications were last accepted for specific communities (Phoebus Square, Lexington Place, Hope Village) from May 6, 2026, to May 8, 2026. Preferences include living or working in Portsmouth, elderly/disabled families, PRHA Section 8/HCV terminated due to insufficient funding, veterans, involuntarily displaced, or homeless, with placement determined by a lottery system; income limits are at or below 60% AMI.
The waiting list is closed because the demand for assistance exceeds the amount of available funding. Applicants are placed on the waiting list based on date and time of their application and any established local preferences. An applicant's gross annual income must not exceed 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 13, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Portsmouth County, VA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,600
- Low (80%)
- $47,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,800
- Low (80%)
- $54,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,050
- Low (80%)
- $60,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,250
- Low (80%)
- $67,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,650
- Low (80%)
- $73,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,050
- Low (80%)
- $78,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,400
- Low (80%)
- $83,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,800
- Low (80%)
- $89,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,750 | $29,600 | $47,350 |
| 2 Persons | $20,300 | $33,800 | $54,100 |
| 3 Persons | $22,850 | $38,050 | $60,850 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,250 | $67,600 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,650 | $73,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $49,050 | $78,450 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,800 | $89,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size apartments are available at Arbour Reach?+
Arbour Reach offers the following unit types: 92 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 92 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Portsmouth County, VA?+
For a 4-person household in Portsmouth County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Arbour Reach?+
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 Arbour Reach?+
Arbour Reach 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.
Who is eligible to live at Arbour Reach?+
Arbour Reach primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Arbour Reach?+
Arbour Reach is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
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