
About This Property
Hamilton Place Phase I provides 84 low-income units in Portsmouth, Virginia, serving families through affordable rental housing. The property was placed in service in 2011 and receives 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing alongside TCAP and tax-exempt bond funding. A non-profit organization owns and manages the community.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Applicants are placed on a preliminary waitlist based on preferences and a lottery system. Preferences include living or working in Portsmouth, being elderly or disabled, a terminated PRHA Section 8/HCV participant due to insufficient funding, a veteran, involuntarily displaced by government action, or homeless. Income limits apply, and declining two invitations will purge an application.
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 (AMI).
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated October 2, 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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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
How do I apply for housing at Hamilton Place Phase I?+
Hamilton Place Phase I 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 Hamilton Place Phase I?+
Hamilton Place Phase I primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Hamilton Place Phase I?+
Hamilton Place Phase I is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Hamilton Place Phase I?+
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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org. Ratings are on a 1-10 scale.
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