About This Property
Commons At Greenwood comprises 52 units in Portsmouth, VA, with 36 units designated as low-income housing. The property, which has been in service since 1995, is designed to serve elderly residents and features a unit mix of 36 two-bedroom apartments. The development utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Applications were accepted for Phoebus Square (1 bedroom), Lexington Place (1-3 bedrooms), and Hope Village (1-3 bedrooms). Preferences included living/working in Portsmouth, elderly/disabled families, PRHA Section 8/HCV participants terminated due to insufficient funding, veterans, involuntarily displaced, or homeless; a lottery system was used for placement with income limits at 60% AMI.
The waiting list is closed because demand exceeds available funding. Applicants are placed based on application date/time and local preferences. Income must not exceed 50% of Area Median Income.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 18, 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 Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood offers the following unit types: 36 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 52 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 Commons At Greenwood?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Commons At Greenwood?+
Commons At Greenwood 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.
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